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Science unit 6
Term | Definition |
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Cell | the basic building blocks of life |
Nucleus | the control center of the cell that contains the DNA |
Cell Membrane | a layer on the outside of the cell that holds the cell together |
Cytoplasm | the jellylike substance that fills the cell membrane |
Unicellular Organism | an organism that can survive as a single cell |
Tissue | a group of cells that works together on a similar job |
Organ | a group of tissues that work together to accomplish a particular function |
Organ System | a group of organs that work together to perform an important function of the body |
Active Transport | requires energy to move a substance into or out of a cell |
Passive Transport | is a type of membrane transport that does not require energy to move substances across cell membranes. |
Multicellular Organism | plants and animals that have different cells to carry out different functions |
Transport | to move people or goods from one place to another |
Microscopes | a science tool that uses lenses to make tiny things look larger so they can be observed |
Circulatory System | the group of organs that work together to move blood throughout the body |
Cardiovascular System | another term for the circulatory system |
Heart | the organ in the circulatory system that pumps blood throughout the body |
Blood | a tissue made of blood cells floating in a liquid: carries materials throughout an animal’s body. |
Vessels | a part of the circulatory system and function to transport blood throughout the body |
Respiratory System | the group of organs that work together to take oxygen and release waste gasses |
Nose | is the body's primary organ of smell and also functions as part of the body's respiratory system |