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Physiology Weeks 1-6
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Atoms | Tiny spheres of matter so small they are invisible |
| Anatomical Position | Body is in erect or standing posture with arms to the side and palms turned forward |
| Transverse Plane | Any crosswise plane that divides the body or any of its parts |
| Metabolism | All the chemical reactions that occur in body cells |
| Carbohydrate | Contain the elements carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen; ratio of 1:2:1 |
| Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) | Very important molecule composed of an adenine and ribose sugar |
| Golgi Apparatus | Stack of flattened sacs surrounded by vesicles |
| Autogaphy | This process is called “self eating” |
| Epidermis | The superficial, thinner layer |
| Dermis | The deep, thicker layer |