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Anatomy & Physiology Pt.#1

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Anatomy is the study of the human body structures that can be seen with the naked eye and how the body parts are organized; it is the science of the structure of organisms or of their parts
Physiology is the study of the functions and activities performed by the body's structures.
Ology the ending meaning study of
Cells are the basic units of all living things--from bacteria to plants to animals, including human beings
Protoplasm a colorless jelly-like substance found inside cells in which food elements such as proteins, fats, carbohydrates, mineral salts, and water are present.
Nucleus is the dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell; it plays an important part in cell reproduction and metabolism.
Cytoplasm is the watery fluid that surrounds the the nucleus of the cell and is needed for growth, reproduction, and self repair.
Cell membrane is the cell part that encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances to enter and leave the cell.
Mitosis is the usual process of cell reproduction of human tissues that occurs where the cell divide into two identical cells called daughter cells.
Tissue is a collection of similar cells that perform a particular function
Connective tissue is fibrous tissue that binds together, protects, and supports the various parts of the body.
Adipose tissue a technical term for fat; it gives smoothness and contour to the body.
Epithelial tissue is a protective covering on body surfaces, such as skin, mucous membranes, the tissue inside the mouth, the lining of the heart, digestive and respiratory organs, and the glands
Muscle tissue contracts and moves various parts of the body
Nerve tissue carries messages to and from the brain and controls and coordinates all bodily functions.
Organs are structure composed of specialized tissues designed to perform specific functions in plants and animals
Body systems are groups of body organs acting together to perform one or more functions.
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