general Flashcards
1
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Anatomy
A
structure of an organism or its parts
example: parts that make up a mouse
2
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What is the difference between anatomy and physiology
A
anatomy refers to the structure of an organism while physiology refers to the working of an organism and its parts.
3
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Physiology
A
study of how an organism works/its parts
example: how the mouse heart works
4
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How are organisms organized
A
atoms
molecules
cells
tissues
organs
organ system
organism
5
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what are cells
A
- simplest unit of life
- basic structure of living organism
- smallest living thing in our body
6
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what is homeostasis
A
to maintain internal stability in an organism even when there is environmental changes
7
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examples of homeostasis
A
- sweating cools you down
- shivering warms you up
