Anatomy and Physiology
Welcome to Anatomy & Physiology! In this event, participants will be assessed on their understanding of the anatomy and physiology for the human Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, and Excretory systems.
The information below should not be interpreted as an extension of the rules. You can find free online copies of the current rules for download on the 2024 Rules page of the Science Olympiad website. The official rules in the current Rules Manual take precedence.
Resources & Links
- Anatomy & Physiology 2e online textbook
- John B West Anatomy & Physiology lectures
- Get Body Smart anatomy teaching tool
- Recommended Textbooks
- Physiology by L. Costanzo – excellent for learning physiology
- Pathoma by H. Sattar – excellent for learning diseases
- Principles of Anatomy & Physiology by G. Tortora – excellent for both anatomy and physiology
Science Olympiad Store Materials
- New! 2024 Anatomy & Physiology Starter Pack
- 2023 National Test Packet
- 2022 National Test Packet
- 2021 National Test Packet
- 2020 National Test Packet
Practice Problems & Tests
Current Topics Practice Tests
- Coming soon!
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- Practice Test - 2022 Highlands Invitational
- Practice Test - 2022 BullSO Invitational
Previous Topics Tests - Nervous, Sense Organ, Endocrine Systems
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- Practice Test - 2021 UT Austin Invitational
- Practice Test - 2021 Troy High School Invitational
- Practice Test - 2021 BirdSO Invitational
Event Supervisor Resources
In addition to the resources on the Event Supervisors page, Anatomy & Physiology Event Supervisors should be sure to use the following resources:
- Event Logistics Manual