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Anatomy & Physiology Vocabulary Chapters 2-4

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  • Atom

    The smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.

  • Molecule

    Two or more atoms chemically bonded together.

  • Cell

    The basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms.

  • Tissue

    A group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function.

  • Organ

    A structure composed of two or more tissue types that work together to perform specific tasks.

  • Organ System

    A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions for the body.

  • Homeostasis

    The body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.

  • Anabolism

    Metabolic pathways that construct molecules from smaller units, requiring energy.

  • Catabolism

    Metabolic pathways that break down molecules into smaller units, releasing energy.

  • Enzyme

    A protein that acts as a biological catalyst to speed up chemical reactions.

  • pH Scale

    A measure of hydrogen ion concentration; ranges from 0 (acidic) to 14 (basic), with 7 being neutral.

  • Buffer

    A substance that helps maintain stable pH by neutralizing acids or bases.

  • Carbohydrates

    Organic molecules composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen; primary energy source for cells.

  • Lipids

    Hydrophobic organic molecules including fats, oils, and steroids; important for energy storage and cell membranes.

  • Proteins

    Polymers of amino acids that perform structural, enzymatic, and regulatory functions.

  • Nucleic Acids

    Macromolecules (DNA and RNA) that store and transmit genetic information.

  • Cell Membrane

    A phospholipid bilayer that controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

  • Mitochondria

    Organelles known as the powerhouse of the cell; generate ATP through cellular respiration.

  • Diffusion

    The passive movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration.

  • Osmosis

    The diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

  • Active Transport

    The movement of molecules against their concentration gradient using energy (ATP).

  • DNA

    Deoxyribonucleic acid; the molecule that carries genetic instructions for development and function.

  • RNA

    Ribonucleic acid; involved in protein synthesis and gene expression.

  • ATP

    Adenosine triphosphate; the primary energy carrier in cells.

  • Enzyme Specificity

    The concept that enzymes catalyze only specific reactions with specific substrates.

  • Isotopes

    Atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons.

  • Ionic Bond

    A chemical bond formed by the transfer of electrons between atoms.

  • Covalent Bond

    A chemical bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms.

  • Hydrogen Bond

    A weak bond between a hydrogen atom and an electronegative atom, important in water and DNA structure.