A | B |
Effector | A structure in the body that can change the value of a variable |
Endocytosis | The process by which large molecules are taken into the cell |
Exocytosis | Transportation of material from inside the cell to outside the cell |
Gross Anatomy | The study of the macroscopic structures of an organism |
Histology | The study of tissues |
Homeostasis | A state of equilibrium in the body with respect to its functions, chemical levels, and tissues |
Microscopic Anatomy | The study of the microscopic structures of an organism |
Organ | A group of tissues specialized for a particular function |
Physiology | The study of the functions of an organism and its parts |
Selective Permeability | The ability to let certain materials in or out while restricting others |
Tissues | Groups of cells specialized for a particular function |
receptors | monitor the value of your body's variables |
pinocytosis | the process which allows proteins to enter into the cell; the plasma membrane folds inward until it pinches off a vesicle, which travels inside the cell |
phagocytosis | the means whereby solids enter cells, through engulfing. WBC most commonly use this process |