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Ch. 1 Health Vocab. review
Term | Definition |
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plaque | Sticky film left on the teeth by food and germs; if not removed, it can harm tooth enamel. |
dermis | The layer of skin just below the epidermis. |
gland | A part of your body that produces substances needed by the body, including liquids such as sweat or oil. |
social | The part of health that has to do with relationships with other people. |
posture | This helps you to breathe deeply keep you from becoming tired. |
risk | The possibility of damage, loss, or injury. |
behavior | Your health is affected mostly by this and you are able to control it. |
crown | The part of the tooth you can see. |
eardrum | A thin membrane inside the ear that makes hearing possible by vibrating when sound waves hit it. |
emotional | This part of health has to do with your feelings. |
nearsighted | Being able to see things that are near rather than farther away. |
enamel | This covers the crown of the tooth. |
melanin | This gives your skin its color. |
pulp | Inside this part of the tooth blood vessels and nerves keep the tooth alive. |
fluoride | A substance that strengthens tooth enamel and helps prevent cavities. |
attitude | A persons thoughts and feelings about something. |
pore | A tiny opening in the epidermis, through which liquids such as oils and seat move. |
nerves | Carries information from your eyes and ears to your brain. |