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anabolism

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process of building up large proteins from amino acids

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catabolsim

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process where complex nutrients are broken down and energy is released

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anabolic steroids

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drugs that build up proteins within cells

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visera

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internal organs

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peritoneum

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double folded membrane surrounding the abdominal cavity and abdominal organs

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prone

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lying on belly (face done)

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supine

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lying on back (face up)

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sagittal plane

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lateral plane - diving the body into left and right halves

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transverse plane

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axial plane, dividing the body into upper and lower portions

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pleura

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membrane surrounding lungs

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Divisions of the Spine

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  1. Cervical (C1 - C7)
  2. Thoracic (T1-T12)
  3. Lumbar (L1-L5)
  4. Sacral (S1-S5)
  5. Coccygeal
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Medical Terminology - PA School (11 decks)

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