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8 Cards in this Set
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diffusion
S-8-4-2a |
the movement of particles from an area where their concentration is high to an area where their concentration is low
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equilibrium
S-8-4-2b |
the state in which 2 opposing forces are balanced
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external stimulus
S-8-4-2c |
a stimulus that comes from outside the body
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feedback mechanisms
S-8-4-2d |
a messaging system that the body uses to maintain equilibrium
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homeostasis
S-8-4-2e |
the maintenance of a stable internal environment
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internal stimulus
S-8-4-2f |
a stimulus that comes from inside the body
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metabolism
S-8-4-2g |
the combined chemcial processes that occur in a cell or living organism
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turgor pressure
S-8-4-2h |
the pressure of water against the cell wall of a plant cell
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