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Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| circulatory system | The system that transports blood and other fluids throughout the body. |
| heart | The muscular organ of an animal that pumps blood throughout the body. |
| ventricle | A chamber in an animal’s heart that pumps blood out to the body. |
| brain | The main control center in an animal body; part of the central nervous system. |
| nervous system | The system of the body that carries information to all parts of the body. |
| spinal cord | A bundle of nerves that runs along the back of a vertebrate within spinal column. |
| cerebellum | The part of the brain that controls balance, coordination, and unconscious muscle activities. |
| genetic trait | A genetically determined characteristic or condition. |
| gene | The basic unit of heredity in a living organism; a segment of DNA or RNA |