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the study of the STRUCTURES of an organism
Anatomy
Basic unit of life
Cell
Semi-fluid that holds all of the organelles
cytoplasm
Structure: Bones
Skeletal System
Function: Breaks down and absorbs food
Digestive System
breathing
structure of the body composed of two or more tissues types
Organ
Protects the cell and allows substances in and out of the cell
cell membrane
Structure: Smooth muscle
Muscular system
Function: produces cells used in sexual reproduction
Reproductive System
The study of how an organism's body FUNCTIONS
Physiology
many organ systems that work together to perform the functions of an independent individual.
organism
tiny organelles that make proteins
ribosomes
Organ: Brain
Nervous System
Endocrine System
the body’s way of keeping balance by responding to any changes
homeostasis
a group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function.
tissue
the powerhouse of the cell; supplies energy
Organ: Lungs
Respiratory System
Function: Fights infection and provides fluid to cells
Lymphatic System
"tiny organs" inside of a cell; examples: nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes
organelles
a group of organs that work together to perform a specific function
organ system
control center of the cell; contains the cell's DNA
nucleus
Organ: Blood
Circulatory System
Function: Protects the body, regulates temperature nd prevents water loss
Integumentary System