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Compact Bone |
is the hard outer layer of bone. |
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Spongy Bone |
is the interior region of the bone. |
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Neurons |
the basic unit of the nervous system. |
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Reflexes |
automatic movements in response to a signal |
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Hormones |
chemical signals released by the organs of the endocrine system |
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Reproduction |
the process by which new organisms are produced. |
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Gametes |
Human reproductive cells |
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Sperm |
Male gametes |
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Ova |
Female gametes |
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fertilization |
the process by which a sperm fertilizes an egg. |
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zygote |
the cell that is formed when a sperm fertilizes an egg. |
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Skeletal System |
protects the organs and works with muscles to allow bodily movement |
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Eco System |
all the living and non living things in an area. |
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Biotic Factors |
living things in an ecosystem |
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Abiotic |
non living things in an ecosystem |
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Climate |
describes the average weather conditions in an area over time. |
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Atmosphere |
the layer of gas that surrounds the earth |
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Soil- is it abiotic or biotic? |
abiotic |
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What would happen to humans if we had no atmosphere? |
humans would not be able to survive |
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The Sun is |
the source of energy on earth. |
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Temperature is abiotic or biotic factor? |
abiotic factor p.226 |
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Water |
all life on earth requires water p. 226 |
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What gasses make up the atmosphere? |
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What is the difference in the snow in December versus the snow in April? |
45.3 in diff |
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N/A |
N/A |