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Cells
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Each of the body's cells is self-contained, living entity but depends on the rest of the bodies cells to supply its needs.
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Composition of cell
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Hairlike projections on outside, membrane, inner separate membrane surrounds nucleus,DNA (contains genes), genes contain instructions for making protein.
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Pancreas does two functions
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Makes insulin (endocrine function) and makes digestive enzymes released into the small intestine
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Hypothalamus
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Senses a variety of symptoms in the heart, ie glucose, salt content, temperature. Sends signals to cortex part of brain.(thinking outer layer)
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Pituitary
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Bodies master gland. Regulates activities of the other glands and organs
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Peristalsis
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Mashing and squeezing action to break up and liquefy food in the stomach and intestines.
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