Module 1 Flashcards
Gross anatomy
The study of the macroscopic structures of an organism
Microscopic anatomy
The study of the microscopic structures of an organism.
Physiology
The study of the structures of an organism and its parts.
Histology
The study of tissues.
Organ
A group of tissues specialized for a particular function.
Tissues
A group of cells specialized for a particular function.
Homeostasis
A state of equilibrium in the body with respect to its functions, chemical levels, and tissues.
Effector
A structure in the body that can change the value of a variable.
Selective Permeability
The ability to let certain materials in or out while restricting others.
Endocytosis
The process by which large molecules are taken into the cell.
Exocytosis
Transportation of material from inside the cell to outside the cell.