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Vocabulary Assignment 3 Aidan Sharpe February 20th, 2025 margin=1in

Atoms

An atom is the smallest elemental particle that retains it's chemical properties.

Molecules

Two or more atoms chemically bonded, creating a new material with unique chemical properties.

Organelles

Functional structures within biological cells.

Cells

The smallest functional unit of life.

Tissues

A structure comprised of cells of the same type that performs a specific function.

Organs

A structure comprised of tissues that fulfill a task within an organ system.

Organ systems

A collection of organs that perform a similar task.

Body membranes

A biological barrier that lines organs and cavities.

Interstitial fluids

Bodily fluids that exist between, as opposed to within, cells.

Homeostasis

The tendency for living organisms to maintain a stable internal environment.