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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 tissue that work together |
| Organ system | a group of organs that work together to perform a major function |
| Gland | an organ that releases or produces chemicals either through ducts or into bloodstream |
| Hormone | (1) the chemical produced by an endocrine glad (2) A chemical that effects growth and development |
| Stress | the reaction of a person's body to potentially |
| Interactions | |
| Stable | |
| Digestion | |
| Nutrients | |
| Absorption | |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Peristalis | |
| Saliva | |
| Enzymes | |
| Elimination | |
| Circulatory system | |
| Contract | |
| Artery | |
| Vein | |
| Capillary | |
| Lymph | |
| Bronchi | |
| Alveoli | tiny thin-walled sacs of lung tissue specialized for the movement of gases between air and blood |
| Excretion | |
| Nephron | |
| Synapse | |
| Impulse | |
| Brain | |
| Spinal cord | |
| Reflex | |
| Negative feedback |