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chapter 5 human pers
tissues
Term | Definition |
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differentiation | the process by which unspecialised cells develop special characteristics to suit particular function |
tissues | a group of cells that are similar in structure and function |
organs | a structure made up of different types of tissue working together |
organism | a living thing, with different body systems all intergrated |
system | a group of organs that work together for a common function |
epithelium | tissue that forms the outer part of the skin and lines hollow organs and ducts; a covering tissue |
connective tissue | tissue providing support for body organs |
matrix | non-cellular material between the cells of a tissue |
skeletal muscle | muscles attached to bones, under voluntary control |
involuntary muscle | muscle that is not under our conscious control; found in walls of internal organs |
cardiac muscle | muscle that forms the wall of the heart |
nervous tisssue | tissue made up of nerve cells |
organ systems | group of organs working together to carry out a particular task |