Chapter 9 Flashcards
Benign
Self- limiting. Not malignant
Autosome
Any chromosome except X and Y
Condition
Change from normal function that cannot be cured
Congenital
Referring to conditions that exist at birth regardless of cause
Disease
Interruption of normal function of the body, usually caused by microorganisms; can be treated
Dominant
Gene trait that appears when carried by only one in the pair of chromosomes
Electrolyte
Substance that separates into ions in solution and is capable of conducting electricity
Genotype
Genetic pattern of an individual
Heredity
Genetic transmission of trait or particular quality from parent to offspring
Homeostasis
Tendency of an organism to maintain the “status quo” or the same internal environment
Malignant
Characterized by uncontrolled growth, invasive, tending to produce death
Mutation
Permanent change in a gene or chromosome
Organism
Individual living thing, plant, or animal
Phenotype
Physical, biochemical, and physiological configuration of an individual determined by genes
Recessive
Gene trait that does not appear unless carried by both members of a pair of chromosomes
Syndrome
Set of symptoms that occur together
Integumentary system
Covers the body and protects other body systems
Cardiovascular system
Transports oxygen and nutrients to all body parts and removes waste products
Circulatory system
Includes the blood and lymph that move throughout the body
Respiratory system
Exchanges gases between the air and blood
Muscular system
Allows the body to move and controls movements within the body
Skeletal system
Provides body support and protection
Digestive system
Processes the food and eliminates food waste
Urinary system
Filter the blood and removes liquid waste
