The system of the body

Systematic anatomy or the division of the body into systems is arranged (a) according to the function they perform and (b) under the heading of the different terms employed to indicate the knowledge of certain parts.

  Osteology is knowledge of bones,

Arthrology is knowledge of joints,

Mycology is knowledge of muscles,

Splanchnology is knowledge of organs or viscera,

Neurology is knowledge of nerves and nerve structure.

When grouped according to function the general arrangement is as follows.