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Metabolism
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The sum total of all the chemical reactions that occur
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Anabolism
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Simple molecules converted into complex molecules (energy input) i.e. photosynthesis
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Catabolism
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complex molecules converted into simple molecules (energy output) i.e. cellular respiration
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Asexual reproduction
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one parent. regeneration, aquatic environment ex. planeria
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Secual reproduction
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male and female parents produce offspring that are genetically similar; terrestrial environment; produces genetic variability
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growth
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increase in the number or size of cells
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Homeostasis
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maintain a constant internal environment. ex. temperant regulation
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cell
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smallest unit for both structure and function of living things; anything smaller is not alive
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cell wall
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in plants, provides rigidity and support; permeable
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cellulose
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in plants; compex carb in the cell wall that adds to the support
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cell membrane
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in both plants and animals; semi-permeable; protective boundary
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osmosis
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movement of water acrose semi-permeable membrane
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isotonic condition
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water concentration the same inside and out.
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hypertonic
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water moves outside to lower concentration
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hypotonic
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water diffuses into the cell which then swell up
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