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The sum total of all chemicals in the body is called
metabolism
The breaking down of molecules in the body is called
catabolism
The building up of molecules in the body is called
Anabolism
dynamic equilibrium in which the internal environment remains constant is called
Homeostasis
smallest unit of life is a
cell
a cluster of similar cells performing a simular funtion
tissue
2 or more different tissues grouped together to carry out a common function.
organ
association of organs whose activities are coordinated to fulfill a common purpose.
system
The 4 main types of tissue are
Epithelial
Connective
Muscle
Nerve
How do epithelial tissue and connective tissue differ from each other
Epithelial tissue is closely packed cells (forms glands)
Connective tissue is loosely collection embedded in a non living matrix
tissue has a matrix that is rich in collagen fibers
Fibrous connective tissue
a cord of fibrous connective tissue which links muscle to bone
A tendon
a cord of fibrous connective tissue which links bone to bone
A ligerment
a sheet of fibrous connective tissue which covers skeletal muscles
Fascia
Skin ,hair, nails, sweat glands and oil glands make up the
integumentary system
The skin consist of an outer layer called the
Epidermis
The skin consist of an inner layer called the
Dermis
The epidermis is composed of
epithelial tissue
The dermis is composed of
fibrous connective tissue
name of the tough water resistant protein which is found in the skin,hair and nails
Keratin
A herniated disc can encroach on the
spinal cord or spinal nerve resulting in pain or numbness
An excessive anterior curvature of the vertebral column is called
Lordosis
An excessive posterior curvature of the vertebral column is called
Kyphosis
A lateral curvature of the vertebral column is called
Scoliosis