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HIstology/Cell

Cell terminology

TermDefinition
Nucleolus Produces RNA that forms ribosomes
Centrioles Rod-shaped organelles that move chromosomes during replication
Mitochondria Energy producers of the cell
Golgi apparatus Chemical processor of the cell
Endoplasmic Reticulum Folded membranes that synthesize protein (rough) or lipids (smooth)
Ribosomes Site of protein synthesis
Vacuoles Organelles containing water, food, or waste
Lysosomes Digestive system of the cell
Genetic Pertaining to genes or heredity
Congenital A condition present at birth
Tissue Group of specialized cells similar in structure and function
Histology The study of the structure and function of tissue
Connective tissue Adds support and binds body parts together
Muscular tissue Tissue with the specialized ability to contract and relax
Nervous tissue Tissue that reacts to stimuli and conducts impulses
Epithelial tissue Covers internal and external body surfaces
Anaplasia Change in cell structure and orientation
Aplasia Lack of development of an organ, tissue, or cell
Dysplasia Abnormal growth or development
Hyperplasia Abnormal increase in the number of normal cells
Hypoplasia Incomplete or less than normal development
Neoplasia Uncontrolled, abnormal new growth of tissue
Atrophy Decrease in size or wasting of an organ or tissue
Dystrophy Defective growth in size
Hypertrophy Increase in the size of an organ or tissue
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