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human body systems
Term | Definition |
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tissue | a group of similar cells that 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 together to preform a major function |
gland | an organ that organs 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 threatening challenging, or disturbing events |
interactions | 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 nutrient molecules. |
`Nutrients | The substances in food that provide the raw materials the body's cell need to carry out all their essential processes |
Absorption | The |