milady foundations ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Flashcards

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the study of structures of the human body and the substances these structures are made of. Is the science of interconnected detail of organisms or of their parts.

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ANATOMY

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the study of the functions and activities performed by the body structures including physical and chemical processes.

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PHYSIOLOGY

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also known as microscopic anatomy. is the study of the structure and composition of tissue.

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HISTOLOGY

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are the basic unit of all living things—from bacteria to plants to animals to human beings.

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CELLS

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The cells of all living things are composed of a sub-stance called _____ a colorless, jellylike substance in which nutrients such as proteins, fats, carbohydrates, mineral salts, and water are present.

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PROTOPLASM

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the ______ is the dense active protoplasm found in the center of the cell. It plays an important part in cell reproduction and metabolism.

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NUCLEUS

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Within the nucleus of the cell is the ________ which is a fluid that contains
proteins, and a very important acid known as deoxyri-bonucleic acid (DNA)

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NUCLEOPLASM

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______ is what determines our genetic makeup, including the color of our eyes, skin, and hair.

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DNA

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______ takes in nutrients, break them down, and create energy for the cell

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MITOCHONDRIA

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the chemical energy from the mitochondria used within cells for metabolism is called (abbr.) _______

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ATP

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