NCHSE Anatomy Review

Basic unit of all forms of life

• Cell

• Nucleus

• Prokaryote

• Eukaryote

Thin, flexible barrier that surrounds all cells; regulates what enters and leaves the cell

• Cell Wall

• Cell Membrane

• Nucleus

• Golgi apparatus

This organelle acts like a gatekeeper, allowing some materials to pass through it, but not others.

• Cell Membrane

• Vacuoles

• Ribsomes

• Cytoplasm

A group of similar cells that perform a specific function.

• Cells

• Tissues

• Organ

• Cell Differentiation

A group of organs that work together to perform vital body functions.

• Cells

• Tissues

• Organ

• Organ System

An individual living thing, made up of one or many cells, and possibly tissues, organs and organ systems, that is capable of growing and reproducing.

• Cells

• Tissues

• Organ

• Organism

A system of organs responsible for circulating blood and oxygen through the body.

• Circulatory System

• Respiratory System

• Digestive System

• Muscular System

A system of organs responsible for taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide.

• Circulatory System

• Respiratory System

• Digestive System

• Muscular System

A system of organs responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients. Also responsible for disposing of solid waste.

• Circulatory System

• Respiratory System

• Digestive System

• Muscular System

System of tissues that allows movement of the body and internal organs.

• Muscular System

• Circulatory Systems

• Respiratory System

• Digestive System