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Science Topic 3
Human Body Systems
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tissue | A group of similar cells that perform a specific function. |
| Organ | A body structure that is composed of different kinds of tissues that work together. |
| Organ System | A group of organs that work that work together to perform a major function. |
| Stimulus | Any change or signal in the environment that can make an organism react in some way. |
| Response | An action or change in behavior that occurs as a result of a stimulus. |
| Gland | An organ that produces and releases chemicals either through ducts or into the bloodstream. |
| Hormone | Chemical that affects girls and development. Space like chemical produced by endocrine gland. |
| Stress | A force that acts on rock to change its shape or volume. |
| Digestion |