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