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Sara Wright
Anatomy weeks 1-5 set 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Homeostasis | Relatively constant states maintained by the body |
| Atoms | What matter is composed of. |
| pH | "the power of hydrogen" it is the relative H+ ion concentration of a solution. |
| Plasma membrane | Outer boundary of the cell |
| Cytoplasm | The gel like substance inside of the cell |
| Tissue | Group of similar cells that perform a common function |
| Epidermis | The superficial, thin layer of the skin |
| Dermis | the deep, thicker layer of skin |
| Keratin | Tough, fibrous protein |
| Bones | rigid, mineralized structures that help perform 5 major roles in the body |
| Bone Marrow | Soft connective tissue, this is where the production of blood cell occurs |