physiology
[/ˌfɪziˈɑːlədʒi/]
nounfemininepl: physiologies
fisiologia
1. The branch of biology that deals with the functions and processes of living organisms and their parts
Physiology explains how the heart pumps blood throughout the body.
A fisiologia explica como o coração bombeia sangue por todo o corpo.
2. The way in which a living organism or bodily part functions
Understanding human physiology is essential for medical students.
Compreender a fisiologia humana é essencial para estudantes de medicina.
3. The characteristic bodily functions and processes of a person or organism
The physiology of different species varies greatly.
A fisiologia de diferentes espécies varia muito.
Physiology is a fundamental subject in medical education in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian universities, 'fisiologia' is a core discipline taught in health sciences programs. The term is formal and academic, with no colloquial alternatives in either culture.
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