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human bio
Term | Definition |
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anatomy | the study of the structure of an organism |
physiology | the study of how that organism's body functions |
systemically | one body system at a time |
cell | smallest unit of all living things |
tissue | similar cells with a common function |
organ | made of 2 or more types of tissues |
organ systems | groups of organs working toward a common goal |
organism | highest level of structural organization for an individual |
skeletal system | provides support and protection, gives body shape |
nervous system | detects impulses from senses; control center |
circulatory system | transports nutrients and gases around body |
digestive | breaks down food and absorbs it |
muscular system | provides movement for all parts of the body |
integumentary system | protects the body, regulates temperature, prevents water loss |
respiratory system | exchanges gases (oxygen (O2) and carbon dioxide(CO2)) |
lymphatic system | fight infection and provides fluid for cells |
excretory system | removes waste from blood |
endocrine system | secretes hormones |
reproductive system | produces cells used in sexual reproduction |
maintaining boundaries | lets some substances in and keeps others out (ex:skin) |
movement | internal movement (ex: digestion) and ability to move through surroundings |