Cells, Tissue, Organ, and organ systems Flashcards

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Cells

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In Biology, the smallest unit that can preform all life process.

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Stem cell

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Unspecialized cells that are able to develop into many different types of cells.

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Cell differentiation

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The process where cells become different types of cells.

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Tissue

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A group of similar cells that preform a common function.

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Organ

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A collection of tissues that carry out a specialized function of the body.

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Organ system

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A group of organs that work together to preform body functions.

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Organism

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A living thing

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Homeostasis

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Steady internal conditions when external conditions change.

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Excretory system

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Removes solid, liquid, and gas waste materials from the body.

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Respiratory system

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Exchanges gases between the body and the environment.

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Circulatory System

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It transports gases, nutrients, waste, and other substances throughout the body.

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Lymphatic System

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Removes excess fluid from other organs, produces white blood cells, and absorbs and transports fats.

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Immunity

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The resistance to specific pathogens of disease- causing agents

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Skeletal system

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Protects internal organs, provides support, helps the body move, and stores materials.

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Muscular system

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Helps the body move

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Nervous system

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A group of organs and specialized cells that detect process and respond to information.

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Digestive system

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A group of organs working together to convert food into energy and basic nutrients to feed the entire body.