ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 1
The study of the structure of the human body and its parts
Anatomy
The study of how the body and its systems function
Physiology
The basic unit of all living things
Cell
A group of similar cells performing a specific function
Tissue
The system that brings oxygen into the body and removes carbon dioxide
Respiratory system
A body structure, composed of different tissues working together to perform a specific function
Organ
A group of organs working together to perform complex body functions
System
The control center of a cell that contains DNA
Nucleus
The fluid inside a cell that holds the organelles in place
Cytoplasm
The system responsible for transporting blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout the body
Circulatory system
Outer covering of the cell that controls what enters and leaves
Cell membrane
The process by which cells divide and reproduce
Mitosis
A blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart
Vein
A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
Artery
The system that helps fights infections and removes waste from tissues
Lymphatic system
A chemical messenger produced by glands to regulate body processes
Hormone
A nerve cell that transmit singles throughout the body
Neuron
The system that breaks down food into nutrients for the body to absorb
Digestive system
The body system made up of bones that support and protects the body
Skeletal system
The system that controls and coordinates body activities through electrical signals
Nervous system
The bodies ability to maintain a stable internal environment
Homeostasis
The system consisting of the skin, hair, and nails that protect protects the body
Integumentary system
The system that allows movement of the body and helps maintain posture
Muscular system
The system that removes waste products from the body
Excretory system
The system made up of glands that secrete hormones to regulate body functions
Endocrine system