Wall
Wall (anatomy)
Wall (pronounced: /wɔːl/) in the context of anatomy, refers to the outer layers or boundaries of an organ or cavity in the body.
Etymology
The term 'wall' originates from the Old English 'weall' which means 'rampart' or 'defensive work'. In the context of anatomy, it is used to describe the protective or enclosing structure around an organ or cavity.
Definition
In anatomy, a wall is a term used to describe the outer layers or boundaries of an organ or cavity. It is composed of various tissues, including epithelial tissue, connective tissue, and sometimes muscular tissue, depending on the organ or cavity it is enclosing.
Related Terms
- Epithelial tissue: This is one of the four basic types of animal tissue, along with connective tissue, muscle tissue and nervous tissue. Epithelial tissues line the outer surfaces of organs and blood vessels throughout the body, as well as the inner surfaces of cavities in many internal organs.
- Connective tissue: This is one of the four basic types of animal tissue, along with epithelial tissue, muscle tissue, and nervous tissue. It develops from the mesoderm and is found throughout the body, providing support and protection to organs and tissues.
- Muscular tissue: This is a type of animal tissue, consisting of cells that have the ability to contract, producing movement or maintaining the position of parts of the body.
- Cavity (anatomy): A cavity is a hollow space within the body that contains and protects internal organs.
- Organ (anatomy): An organ is a group of tissues that perform a specific function or group of functions. They are usually self-contained within a particular region of the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wall
- Wikipedia's article - Wall
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