What are the differences between gross anatomy and microscopic anatomy?

A) Gross anatomy involves the study of tissues; microscopic anatomy involves the study of cells.
B) Gross anatomy involves the study of cells; microscopic anatomy involves the study of tissues.
C) Gross anatomy involves the study of body structures that can be seen with the unaided eye; microscopic anatomy is the study of body structures that cannot be seen without magnification.
D) Gross anatomy is the study of body structures that cannot be seen without magnification; microscopic anatomy is the study of body structures that can be seen with the unaided eye.
E) Gross anatomy is the study of internal body structures; microscopic anatomy is the study of how living organisms perform their functions.


Answer: C

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