Newsela | Nonfiction Literacy and Current Events. Virtual Cell Animation Collection. Google Body Browser: Explore The Human Anatomy In 3D (PICTURES) Google just launched "Body Browser," a WebGL application that lets users explore a high resolution, interactive 3D model of the human anatomy--from the skin down to the nervous system. By scrolling through the Body Browser navigation bar, the user can peel away layers of the model to reveal what's underneath. For example, removing the skin (Eek!) Exposes the body's muscles, which can be examined by zooming in and out. Clicking on a body part calls up its dedicated label and isolates that part by dimming the surrounding area. Users can also locate a specific part of the body by using the handy search bar, which functions similarly to Google's Web search, complete with predictive results.
"Perhaps best of all: no plug-ins," PopSci extols. If you're already running a WebGL-enabled browser, you can try out the Body Browser for yourself. Medical Animation Library. ©Copyright 2009 A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. The Comic Book Periodic Table of the Elements. Welcome to the Chemical Education Digital Library. Sumanas, Inc. Animation Gallery.
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