1.2 Flashcards

semester one

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1
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two or more organs that work together to perform body functions

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Organ System

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2
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a group of tissues that carry out a specialized function of the body

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Organ

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3
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a group of similar cells that work to perform a particular function

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Tissue

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4
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provides protective lining; allows for transport, secretion, and absorption (tissue)

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Epithelial Tissue

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supports, binds together, and protects other tissues and organs (tissue)

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Connective Tissue

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contracts to allow for movement, support, and heat production (tissue)

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Muscle Tissue

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7
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receives and transmits impulses; processes information (tissue)

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Nervous Tissue

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8
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the most basic unit of life

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Cell

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9
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the process by which cells become specialized in structure and function

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Cell Differentiation

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10
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signals given lead early dividing cells to become specialized cells, such that, the cell’s structure enables their functions

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Differentiation

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