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| Located in the nucleus of the cell |
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| Basic unit of all living things |
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| Forms the boundary of the cell |
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| gel-like fluid inside the cell |
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| Largest structure within the cell, usually spherical and centrally located; Contains chromosomes for cellular reproduction |
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| regions within the chromosome |
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| DNA (Deozyribonucleic acid) |
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| Comprises each gene; a chemical that regulates the activities of the cell |
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| Group of simialar cells that performs a specific task |
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| composed of cells that have a special ability to contract, usually producing movement. |
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| Found in the nerves, spinal cord and brain; responsible for coodinating and controlling body activities |
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| Connects, supports, penetrates and encases various body structures. Adipose (fat), osseous (bone) tissue and blood are types of connective tissue. |
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| The major covering of the external surface of the body; forms membranes that line body cavities and organs and is the major tissue in glands. |
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| Two or more kinds of tissues that together perform special body functions. For example, the skin is an organ composed of epithelial, connective, muscle and nerve tissue. |
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| Group of organ that work together to perform complex body functions. |
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| space inside the skull containing the brain |
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| space inside the spinal column containing the spinal cord |
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| thoracic, or chest, cavity |
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| space containing the heart, aorta, lungs, esophagus, trachea and bronchi |
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| space containing the stomach, intestines, kidneys, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen and ureters |
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| space containing the urinary bladder, certain reproductive organs, parts of the large intestine and the rectum |
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| both the pelvic and abdominal cavities |
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