Unit 2: Body Systems Vocab Flashcards
Definition Of Chemical change
the formation of a new substance with different properties; cannot be undone by physical means
Definition Of Circulatory system
transports nutrients and oxygen to the body
Definition Of Digestive system
breaks down food to provide nutrients and energy
Definition Of Endocrine system
regulates the body with hormones
Definition Of Excretory system
removes waste from the body
Definition Of External stimulus
a change in the environment outside of the organism
Definition Of Feedback mechanism
a response within a system that influences the activity of that system
Definition Of Force
a push or pull that can change the position or motion of an object/material
Definition Of Homeostasis
the body’s ability to keep the internal balance of the body stable
Definition Of Integumentary system
provides protection of the body
Definition Of Internal stimulus
a change within the organism
Definition Of Motion
a change in the position of an object
Definition Of Muscular system
provides movement of the body
Definition Of Nervous system
controls and coordinates the body
Definition Of Physical change
a change which alters matter without changing its chemical composition or the identity of the substance
