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microscopic anatomy
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considers structures thzt cannot beseen without the aid of a microscope
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cytology
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studyt of the internal structures of cells
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cells
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the smallest living units of life
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histology
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study of tissues
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organs
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anatomical units that have multiple functions
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three approches to gross anatomy
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surface, regional, and systematic
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levels of organization
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chemical/molecular, cellular, tissue, organ, organism
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homeostasis
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the normal functioning of all systems, creating a harmony/balance within an organism
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responsiveness
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an organisms response to schange within their immediate environment, also called irritability
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growth an differentiation
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the growth and multiplying of cells within an organism, and the development of specialized functions
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metabolism
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refers to all of the chemical reactions/operations under way in the body
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excretion
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process by which unwanted harmful waste products are removed
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respiration
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the transport, absorbtion and use of oxygen at the cellular level
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catabolism
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the breakdown of complex milecules into simple ones
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anabolism
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is the synthesis of complex molecules from simple ones
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integumentary system
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prtection from environmental hazards, temp control
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skeletal system
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support, protection of soft tissues, mineral storage, blood formation
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muscular system
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locomotion, support, heat production
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nervous system
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directing immediate responses to stimuli, usually by coordinating the activities of other organ systems
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endocrine system
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directing long term changes in the activities of other organ systems
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cardiovascular system
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internal transport of cells and dissolved materials, including nutrients, wastes, and gasses
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lymphoid system
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defense against infection and disease
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respiratory system
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delivery of air to sites where gas exchange can occur between the air and circulating blood
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digestive system
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processing of food and absorbtion of organic nutrients, minersls, vitamins, and water
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urinary system
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elimination of excess water, salts and wate products: control of pH
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reproductive system
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production of sex cells and hormones
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