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Sharmaine Week 6 Set
Anatomy Flashcards
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Elements | A pure substance composed of only one kind of atom |
| Compound | A substance made of two or more elements chemically bonded |
| Ionic bond | Formed when electrons are transferred; creates ions |
| Extracellular matrix ECM | Supports and surrounds cells in tissues |
| Nucleus | Control center; contains DNA; directs protein synthesis |
| Epithelial tissue | Covers/lines body surfaces and forms glands |
| Connective tissue | Supports, binds, protects, stores |
| Muscle tissue | Contracts to cause movement |
| Nervous tissue | Transmits impulses, communication |
| Functions of skeletal muscles | Support, protect, movement, mineral storage, hematopoiesis |