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human body systems
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| tissue | a group of similar cells that perform a specific function |
| organ | a body sructure that is composed of diffrent kinds of tissues that work together |
| organ system | a group of organs that work together to perform a major function |
| gland | an organ that produces and releases chemicals either through ducts or into the bloodstream |
| hormone | 1. the chemical produced by an endocrine gland 2. a chemical that affects growth and development |
| stress | the reaction of a person's body to potentially threating challenging, or disturbing events |
| interaction | the direct effect that one thing has on another |
| stable | resistant to sudden change |
| digestion | the process by which your body breaks down food into small nutrients molecules |
| nutrients | the substaces in food that provide the raw materials the bodys cells need to carry out all thier essential processes |
| absorption | the process by which nutriunt molescules |
| carbohydrates | |
| peristalsis | |
| saliva | |
| enzymes | |
| elimination | |
| circulatory system | |
| contract | |
| artery | |
| vein | |
| capillary | |
| lymph | |
| bronchi | |
| alveoli | |
| excretion | |
| nephron | |
| neuron | |
| synapse | |
| impulse | |
| brain | |
| spinal cord | |
| reflex | |
| negative feedback |