human body Flashcards
1
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Levels of organization in the body
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Cells - basic unit of life
Tissues - a group of similar cells that perform the same function
Organ -groups of tissue working together
Organ system - group of organs working together
2
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Muscle tissue
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-allows body to move and move things in the body
3
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Epithelial tissue
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- covers the surface of the body and the outside of internal organs
4
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Nerve tissue
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- brain, spinal cord, and nerves-
5
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Connective tissue
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-connect and support parts of the body
6
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Nervous system
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interprets info
7
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Digestive system
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breaks down food
8
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Respiratory system
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takes in oxygen and releases co2
9
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Skeletal system-
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supports the body
10
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Circulatory system
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carries needed materials throughout the body
11
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Reproductive system-
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creates offspring
12
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Endocrine
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controls body processes
13
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Immune system
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fights diseases
14
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Excretory system
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removes waste
15
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skin
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protects body
