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Body Weights and Measures

Definition:	The systems of measurement applied to the height, weight, length, area, etc., of the human and animal body or its parts.
Notes:	GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; do not confuse with BODY WEIGHT; DF: BODY WEIGHTS MEASURES
Also Called:	Body Measures
Previously Indexed:	Anthropometry (1966-1997)

Body Weights and Measures Categories.

	Anthropometry - The technique that deals with the measurement of the size, weight, and proportions of the human or other primate body.
	Odontometry
	Organ Weight

Body Weights and Measures Definitions and Terms

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