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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Cell | Basic structural and functional unit of the human organism |
| Catabolism | The phase of metabolism that involves breaking down large, complex molecules into smaller ones |
| Homeostasis | The condition in which the body's internal environment remains within certain limits |
| Metabolism | Defined as all the biochemical reactions that occur within an organism |
| Catabolism | Defined as the breakdown of complex compounds into simpler ones |
| Anabolism | Defined as reactions in which small molecules are combined to form larger ones |
| Responsiveness | Defined as the body's ability to detect and respond to changes its internal or external environment |
| Homeostasis | Defined as the condition of equilibrium in the body's internal environment |
| Differentiation | Defined as the process a cell under goes to develop from an unspecialized to a specialized state |
| Reproduction | Defined as either the formation of new cells or the production of a new individual |
| Ion | Defined as any changed particles or group of particles |
| Electrolyte | Defined as a compund that seperates into ions when dissolved in water and that conducts electricity |
| Cation | Defined as a positively charged ion |
| Anion | Define as a negatively charged ion |
| Sythesis reaction | Defined as one that occurs when two or more atoms, ions, or molecules combine to form a new molecule; it is a form of anabolism |
| Decomposition reaction | Define as one that occurs when large molecules are split into smaller atoms atoms,ions or molecules; it is a form of catabolism |
| Exchange reaction | Defined as one that involves both synthesis and decomposition reaction |
| Reactant | Defined as the starting substance ina chemical reaction |
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