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anatomy
the study of the structures of the human body that can be seen with the naked eye, and of what substances they are made; the science of the structure of organisms, or of their parts
physiology
the study of the functions and activities performed by the body structures
histology
the study of the tiny structures found in living tissue; microscopic anatomy
cells
basic unit of all living things; responsible for carrying on all life processes
protoplasm
colorless, jelly-like substance in which food elements are present
cytoplasm
all the protoplasm of the cell except that found in the nucleus; contains the food material necessary for cell growth, reproduction and self-repair
nucleus
the dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell; plays an important part in cell reproduction and metabolism
What can be found within the nucleus?
Nucleoplasm, a fluid that contains proteins and DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). DNA determines our genetic makeup.
cell membrane
encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances to enter and leave the cell
mitosis
also called indirect division; the usual process of cell reproduction that occurs when the cell divides into two identical daughter cells
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