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homeostasis
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All the systems of the body work together to maintain homeostasis |
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tissue
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A tissue is a group of similar cells that perform the same function
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organ
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An organ is a structure that is composed of different kinds of tissue.
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organ system
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Each organ in your body is part of an organ system, which is a group of organs that work together to perform a major function
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epithelial cell
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the surfaces of your body, inside and out, are covered by epithelial tissue
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melanin
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a group of natural pigments found in most organisms
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epidermis
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the outer layer of cells covering an organism, in particular.
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dermis
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the skin.
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follicle
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a small secretory cavity, sac, or gland, in particular.
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sebaceous gland
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a small gland in the skin which secretes a lubricating oily matter (sebum) into the hair follicles to lubricate the skin and hair.
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