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Anatomy Vocab
Glossary
Term | Definition |
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Abduct | To move away from the mid-line of the body |
Absolute refractory period | Period following stimulation during which no additional action potential can be evoked. |
Absorption | Process by which the products of digestion pass through the alimentary tube mucosa into the blood or lymph. |
Accessory digestive organs | Organs that contribute to the digestive process but are not part of the alimentary canal; includes tongue, teeth, salivary glands, pancreas, and liver. |
Accommodation | The process of increasing the refractive power of the lens of the eyes; focusing. |