Unit 3: Homeostasis in Human Body Systems

Coordination

• The ability to perform tasks in a synchronized manner.

• The organization of the different elements of a complex body or activity to enable them to work together effectively.

• The process of making decisions based on past experiences.

• The act of controlling or directing something in a specific way.

Proteins

• Large molecules composed of amino acids, essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs.

• Small molecules that provide energy to the body.

• Simple sugars that are used for quick energy.

• Lipids that store energy and provide insulation.

Cell

• The basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all known living organisms.

• A small room used for confinement or storage.

• A unit of currency in various countries.

• A type of battery used in electronic devices.

Glycogen

• A type of protein found in muscles.

• A stored form of glucose, primarily found in the liver and muscles.

• A hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.

• A fat storage molecule in adipose tissue.

Target Cell/Organ

• The specific cell or organ that a hormone or other signaling molecule acts upon.

• Any cell in the body that can be affected by external stimuli.

• A type of cell that produces hormones for the endocrine system.

• The organ responsible for filtering blood and producing urine.

Tissue

• A group of cells that work together to perform a specific function.

• A type of organ that performs a specific task.

• A collection of different types of cells that do not interact.

• A single cell that can function independently.

Peer Feedback

• Comments and suggestions provided by peers to improve work or performance.

• A formal evaluation conducted by a supervisor.

• A self-assessment of one's own work.

• Feedback given by clients or customers.

Metabolic/ Metabolism

• The process of breaking down food for energy.

• The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms.

• The method of storing energy in fat cells.

• The act of breathing in and out.

Observation

• The passive reception of information without any tools.

• The active acquisition of information from a primary source using the senses or scientific tools.

• The interpretation of data collected from secondary sources.

• The random collection of data without a specific purpose.

Hypothesis

• A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, serving as a starting point for further investigation.

• A definitive conclusion based on extensive research.

• A random guess made without any evidence.

• A statement that cannot be tested or proven.