bio Flashcards
Tissue
Collection of similar cells that can preform a particular but limited function
Organs
Structure composed of different tissue that work together to preform a complex function
Organ system
System of one or more organ and structures that work together to preform a major body function
Stem cell
Undifferentiated cells that can divide to form specialized cells
Tissue cell
Can differentiate into certain kinds of cells
Embryonic cell
Can differentiate into any kind of cell
Epiglottis
Flap of tissue that covers the trachea to prevent food fro entering
Red blood cell
Circulates oxygen
Sonomic
Controls voluntary muscle movement
Autonomic
Controls self-regulation of internal organs and glands
Myelin
Fatty materials that act like insulation on an electrical wire, preventing electrical impulses from passing to the wrong neuron
Dermal
Outer layer of the plant - defends water absorption, water proofing
Vascular
Transports water, minerals, sugars
Xylem
Made of elongated cells with no organelles - transports water and minerals up from the root
Phloem
Made of living cells - transports sugars from photosynthesis and hormones through plant