cells Crossword Puzzles

Biology Crossword 2018-01-29

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Divide into four daughter cells
Cells that have a membrane-bound nucleus
any of a number of organised or specialised structures within a living cell
Having a set of unpaired chromosomes (half)
The death of a cell
Clusters of microtubules
Turn into gametes
A unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring carried on a chromosome
Any cell or organism without a membrane-bound nucleus
Different forms of the same gene
Help in forming spindle fibres, which separate chromosomes during mitosis
Long strand of DNA
Stage of mitosis in which new nuclear membranes form around the separated groups of chromosomes
Stage of mitosis where the chromosomes become visable
Divide into two daughter cells

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Containing the genetic material DNA
Eggs or sperm cells
Visual appearance of the chromosomes
Stage of mitosis during which chromosomes align around the equator of a spindle
The full word for DNA
Cells of the body other then germline cells
The resting phase between the first and second division of mitosis
The smallest structural and functional unit of an organism
A layer which sits outside the cell membrane (not found in animal cells)
A cell containing 2 complete sets of chromosomes
An organism's full set of DNA (including genes)
Position where the chromatids are held together in a chromosome
Organelle containing RNA and sometimes stick to RER
Macromolecules built of amino acid

29 Clues: Turn into gametes • Long strand of DNA • Eggs or sperm cells • The death of a cell • The full word for DNA • Clusters of microtubules • Divide into two daughter cells • Divide into four daughter cells • Different forms of the same gene • Macromolecules built of amino acid • Containing the genetic material DNA • Visual appearance of the chromosomes • ...

Chapter 21 The Lymphatic and Immune System 2012-06-14

Chapter 21 The Lymphatic and Immune System crossword puzzle

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WBCs that transform into macrophages
immunity where lymphocytes directly attack and destroy foreign cells or diseased host cells
local defensive response to tissue injury
cells that phagocytize tissue debris, antigen presenting cell
body's largest lymphatic organ
any molecule that triggers an immune response
tonsils found on each side of the root of the tongue
tonsil on the wall of the pharynx just behind the nasal cavity
when a lymph node becomes swollen and painful to the touch when it's under challenge from a foreign antigen
lymphocytes and macrophages congregated in dense masses
lymphocytes that differentiate into plasma cells
WBCs that phagocytize, digest, and kill bacteria
clear, colorless fluid, similar to blood plasma but low in protein
leukocytes that crawl through the endothelial cells
secreted when infected leukocytes are infected with a virus
a vaccine is a type of artificial ____________ immunity

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leukocyte adhesion to the vessel wall
lymphatic tissue where lymphocytes are scattered rather then densely clustered
when an activated T cell undergoes repeated mitosis
cells that attack and destroy bacteria
dead cells, tissue debris, and tissue fluid that form a pool of yellowish fluid
process in which antibodies link antigen molecules together
immunity where antibodies tag a pathogen for destruction
lymphatic nodules found at the distal portion of the small intestine
excessive, harmful immune reaction to antigens that most people tolerate
lymphocytes that mature in the thymus
class of antibodies that crosses the placenta

27 Clues: body's largest lymphatic organ • WBCs that transform into macrophages • leukocyte adhesion to the vessel wall • lymphocytes that mature in the thymus • cells that attack and destroy bacteria • local defensive response to tissue injury • any molecule that triggers an immune response • class of antibodies that crosses the placenta • ...

Blood, Lymph and tissue fluid by Graciella 2015-03-24

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It prevents too much blood loss and stops pathogens getting into your body through breaks in the skin.
It is a substances that is collect into the lymphatic capillary.
Where is red blood cells made from?
It is to transport oxygen and small amount of carbon dioxide.
It is mostly water and many substances are dissolved in it such as glucose, amino acids, salts, hormones, blood proteins and antibodies.
It is where hormones are made.
These are cells which can move around the body, engulfing and destroying phathogens.
It is removed by the kidneys.
Platelets help blood to?
It is the red pigment that carries oxygen.
It is very important, it supplies cells with all their requirements such as oxygen and nutrients.
It is a type of lymphocyte and phagocyte cells.
It is where digestive food is absorb.

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It is a pathogen that destroy a particular pathogen.
It secreted into the blood by endocrine glands.
A small fragments formed from special cells in the bone marrow.
In which they respond to pathogens by producing antibodies.
It is a flat disc that has been pinched in on both sides.
Tissue fluid is ...... plasma.
Red blood cells only live for?
It is combines with the haemoglobin (Hb) to form?
It produce chemicals called antibodies.
It is a waste substance that is made in the liver.
It is made in the liver.
What do the white blood cells fight?

25 Clues: Platelets help blood to? • It is made in the liver. • It is removed by the kidneys. • Tissue fluid is ...... plasma. • Red blood cells only live for? • It is where hormones are made. • Where is red blood cells made from? • What do the white blood cells fight? • It is where digestive food is absorb. • It produce chemicals called antibodies. • ...

Immune System 2016-10-13

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Name for the virus that causes AIDS
___ shock: severe reaction to an allergen; may result in death
Weakened or dead form of a disease
Any substance the body cannot recognize
When a disease affects an unusual number of people in a region at the same time
Infection of the immune system caused by HIV
When a disease is prevalent throughout the world
Swelling and redness at the site of an infection
When a disease is at a constant, “normal” occurrence
____ contact: being near an infected person who sneezes without covering their mouth
Sweat and oil on your skin are slightly _____, preventing some pathogens from growing
____Line of defence; includes skin and the linings of body systems

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Unusually high sensitivity to some substance
Immune response that is quick, general and non-specific
Chemical the body releases to fight invaders such as allergens
Process of receiving a vaccine
White blood cells that search for invader cells and swallows them
Drug used to treat allergies
____ T cells: activate in the presence of antigens and signal B cells to make antibodies
The severity of a disease caused by a virus
Any substance that causes an allergic reaction
Disease-causing invader, or “germ”
____ T cells: destroy the body’s own cells that are infected by viruses, bacteria, or cancer
____ contact: shaking hands, or sharing drinking containers
Cells that produce antibodies

25 Clues: Drug used to treat allergies • Cells that produce antibodies • Process of receiving a vaccine • Weakened or dead form of a disease • Disease-causing invader, or “germ” • Name for the virus that causes AIDS • Any substance the body cannot recognize • The severity of a disease caused by a virus • Unusually high sensitivity to some substance • ...

Skin Cancer (article) crossword 2024-01-12

Skin Cancer (article) crossword crossword puzzle

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To relieve a person of the symptoms of a disease or condition.
radiation with shorter wave lengths than visible light
precancerous skin growths that are rough, scaly, dark pink-to-brown patches..
forms in your squamous cells in the outside layer of your skin.
forms in cells called melanocytes.
A doctor who examines skin
a sample of tissue is removed and sent to a laboratory where a pathologist examines it under a microscope.
oncologist gives you medications to train your immune system to kill cancer cells.

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dermatologist uses liquid nitrogen to freeze skin cancer.
A disease that involves the growth of abnormal cells in your skin tissues.
forms in your basal cells in the lower part of your epidermis (the outside layer of your skin).
Non cancerous, Doesn’t spread or cause harm
blistering and peeling of the skin caused by overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun.
an operation in which an organ or tissue is transplanted.
produce melanin, a brown pigment that gives your skin its color and protects against some of the sun’s damaging UV rays.
The travel and spread of cancer cells
strong beams of energy to kill cancer cells or keep them from growing and dividing.
a small, often slightly raised blemish on the skin made dark by a high concentration of melanin.
A lotion that is rubbed on the skin to protect it from the sun
Light from the sun

20 Clues: Light from the sun • A doctor who examines skin • forms in cells called melanocytes. • The travel and spread of cancer cells • Non cancerous, Doesn’t spread or cause harm • dermatologist uses liquid nitrogen to freeze skin cancer. • radiation with shorter wave lengths than visible light • ...

Module 3 Cell Structure 2023-10-02

Module 3 Cell Structure crossword puzzle

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The barrier around cells that protects them from the outside.
A solution whose concentration of solute is lower than inside the cell.
The process of making molecules by using absorbed molecules.
Water fearing
Organelles that make proteins.
Cells that don't have a nucleus nor any membrane-bound organelles.
ER that has many ribosomes attached to it.
A solution whose concentration has a higher concentration of solute than inside the cell.
The state of being equal or even.
cells that contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
A type of plastid that performs photosynthesis.
The movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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The property of a membrane to only allow certain substances to pass across it.
A mode of transport that does not require the cell to use any energy.
A complex network of proteins that strengthen the cell and keep it from rupturing.
A cell organelle which manufactures the cells energy molecule, ATP.
Microtubules that help pull the DNA apart during cell division.
A storage "sack" in the cytoplasm that holds food or wastes.
vesicles that contain enzymes to break stuff down, animal cells only
Water loving
structure in the nucleus which assembles ribosomes
Units inside all cells which perform certain functions/tasks.
stores the DNA.
A solution whose concentration of solute is the same as inside the cell.
The study of cells.

25 Clues: Water loving • Water fearing • stores the DNA. • The study of cells. • Organelles that make proteins. • The state of being equal or even. • ER that has many ribosomes attached to it. • A type of plastid that performs photosynthesis. • structure in the nucleus which assembles ribosomes • cells that contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. • ...

3rd Quarter Project Crossword 2025-02-28

3rd Quarter Project Crossword crossword puzzle

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Where the motile gametes (sperm) are produced
Hyphae that "stand" up above the medium and get oxygen, produce spores and spread the fungus
Red algae
Hyphae that grow within the material the fungus is growing on
Gives shape to its body in replace of a cell wall
Golden algae
Body of a plantlike organism that does not have leaves, roots, or stems
Two identical specialized cells
Specialized cells that are different in size and form
Simple colony of a slender chain of cells growing end to end

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Product from red algae used in pudding and gelatin shells of capsules
Small air-filled pockets and holds up the thallus (two words)
The diatom s
Hyphae that actually enter host cells to get nutrition from cytoplasm of host cells
Green algae
Brown algae
Aerial hyphae that connect groups of hyphae together
All are unicellular with two flagella; one is in a groove around the cell and the other is for movement
Hyphae branches that produce spores
Special cells that anchor the algae to something and appear rootlike
"Body" of a fungus is composed of slender filaments
End result of the fusion of gametes
Two filaments line up next to each other forming a type of tube connecting adjacent cells
Mass of intertwined hyphae visible without magnification
Where a nonmotile gamete or egg (ovum) is produced

25 Clues: Red algae • Green algae • Brown algae • The diatom s • Golden algae • Two identical specialized cells • Hyphae branches that produce spores • End result of the fusion of gametes • Where the motile gametes (sperm) are produced • Gives shape to its body in replace of a cell wall • Where a nonmotile gamete or egg (ovum) is produced • ...

Metabolism Vocabulary 2022-12-01

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Organ where nutrients from digested food are absorbed into the body; it is lined with tiny villi for better absorption.
This body system breaks down the large molecules in food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by cells.
This molecule is small enough to be absorbed by cells, and is what you get when starch is digested.
We breathe in this essential molecule that likes to travel in pairs (O₂).
This molecule is too large to be absorbed by cells, so it is digested into individual amino acid molecules for absorption.
This structure inside the small intestine helps our bodies tiny nutrient molecules. The structure looks like tiny fingers with capillaries throughout so nutrients can be transported directly into cells.
This waste gas leaves cells and is carried to the alveoli through capillaries, and finally exhaled from the lungs.
Organ is where H₂O from digested food is absorbed into the body.
This structure inside the lungs helps our bodies exchange CO₂ for O₂. It looks like a cluster of grapes and has capillaries throughout so gases can be transported to and from cells through blood.

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This body system transports nutrients and gases all over the body, to and from each body cell.
All cells have this special “skin” that allows molecules to pass in and out of the cell. It is “selectively permeable” - meaning that it “selects” which molecules permeate (pass through).
This molecule is small enough to be absorbed by cells, and is what you get when protein is digested.
chemical reaction in which glucose and oxygen react to form oxygen and water, releasing energy for the cell in the process.
The smallest unit of living things.
The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
This organ includes the alveoli.
This body system allows gas exchange (oxygen in, and carbon dioxide out).
This molecule is too large to be absorbed by cells, so it is digested into smaller glucose molecules for absorption..
site of cellular respiration in cells.

19 Clues: This organ includes the alveoli. • The smallest unit of living things. • site of cellular respiration in cells. • Organ is where H₂O from digested food is absorbed into the body. • This body system allows gas exchange (oxygen in, and carbon dioxide out). • We breathe in this essential molecule that likes to travel in pairs (O₂). • ...

Cells and Tissues 2016-09-25

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/ the phase in cell division when the cell is resting and the chromosomes replicate themselves.
Fibrosis / an inherited condition in which chloride ion pumps in the plasma membrane are missing.
/ All living material inside of the cell.
/ Diffusion of water across a permeable membrane when some of the solutes cannot cross the membrane.
Pump / A protein structure in the cell membrane called a carrier.
/ Process when double-stranded DNA molecule separate or unwind, and mRNA are formed.
Transport / Uphill movement of a substance through a living cell membrane.
/ Incorporates fluids or dissolved substances into cells by trapping them in a pocket of plasma membrane that pinches off inside the cell.
/ The synthesis of a protein by ribosomes.
/ Cells that are taller than they are wide.
Membrane / Membrane that encloses the cytoplasm and form the outer boundary of the cell.
/ Cube shaped cells.

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/ process when the cell membrane forms a pocket around the material to be moved into the cell.
/ Movement of water and solutes through a membrane because of a greater pushing force on one side of the membrane than on the other side.
/ Cells that are varied in shapes and can be stretched.
/ Process by which substances scatter evenly throughout available space.
Replication / process when cells can make copies of themselves.
Tissue / Covers the body and many of its parts.
/ Flat and scalelike cells.
/ A bacterial infection that causes cells lining the intestines to leak chloride ions.

20 Clues: / Cube shaped cells. • / Flat and scalelike cells. • / All living material inside of the cell. • / The synthesis of a protein by ribosomes. • / Cells that are taller than they are wide. • Tissue / Covers the body and many of its parts. • / Cells that are varied in shapes and can be stretched. • Replication / process when cells can make copies of themselves. • ...

Science Vocabulary 2017-10-02

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The process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
The organelle that controls all of the cells activities
An instrument that makes small objects look larger
The rigid layer that surrounds plant cells
The organelle only found in plant cells that turns energy from the sun into food and gives the plant its green color
The organelles that contain substances that break down large food particles into smaller ones
The organelle that converts the energy stored in food to energy the cell can use to live and function
The widely accepted explanation of the relationship between cells and living things
Made of many cells
The organelle that stores water, food, and other materials that the cell needs

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Tiny objects that make up and function inside organisms
A tiny cell structure that has its own special job in the cell
The fluid inside cells that holds all of the organelles together
Made of one cell
The organelle that receives, packages, and distributes proteins and other materials to other parts of the cell
The organelle with a network of membranes that produces many substances
The diffusion of water molecules across a selectively permeable membrane
The grain-shaped organelle that produces protein
Any substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances
The organelle that decides what enters and exits the cell

20 Clues: Made of one cell • Made of many cells • The rigid layer that surrounds plant cells • The grain-shaped organelle that produces protein • An instrument that makes small objects look larger • Tiny objects that make up and function inside organisms • The organelle that controls all of the cells activities • The organelle that decides what enters and exits the cell • ...

Circulatory System Karla Arnold 2013-05-21

Circulatory System Karla Arnold crossword puzzle

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small veins.
living cells in the blood that transports oxygen to all living cells in the body.
lower left section of the heart,which pumps bllood to all parts of the body.
adenosine triphoshate: a form or eneryg released during cellural respiration that proves cells with the energy.
the organ for breathing air .
living cells that fight bacteria and viruse.
special cells that detct energy and convert it to electrical energy that is sent to the brain.
Respiration the chemical reaction involing oxygen that moves the energy in glucose into the compound ATP
the red liquid that circulates through the body.
blood vessels that carry blood to the heart.

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circuit component that has resistance.
the body system that circulates oxygen in the blood to allthe cells of the body.
lower right section of the heart, which pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs.
large vein leading into the top right chamber of the heart.
a small cavity, usually filled with fluid.
upper left section of the heart where oxygenated blood from the lungs enters the heart.
a muscular organ that pumps blood through the circulatory system so that oxygen and nutreints can be transported to the bodys cells and waste can be transported away.
a gas in the air ( and water ) that animals need to breathe.
a simple carbohydrate and the simplest form of sugar.
largest gland in the body.

20 Clues: small veins. • largest gland in the body. • the organ for breathing air . • circuit component that has resistance. • a small cavity, usually filled with fluid. • living cells that fight bacteria and viruse. • blood vessels that carry blood to the heart. • the red liquid that circulates through the body. • a simple carbohydrate and the simplest form of sugar. • ...

chapter 12: cell cycle 2021-10-23

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joined copies of the original chromosome
accounts for ~90% of the cycle
the life of a cell from the time it first formed during division of a parent cell until its own division into two daughter cells
a control point where stop and go-ahead signals can regulate the cycle
reproductive cells
an enzyme that activate or inactivate other proteins by phosphorylating them
the entire complex of DNA and proteins that is the building material of chromosomes
the division of genetic material in the nucleus
reproduction of cells
an imaginary plate rather than an actual cell structure; a plane located midway between the spindle's two poles
a subcellular region containing material that functions throughout the cell cycle to organize the cell's microtubules

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a protein released by certain cells that stimulates other cells to divide
the division of the cytoplasm
includes both mitosis and cytokinesis
a cell's DNA, its genetic information
protein that gets its name from its cyclically fluctuating concentration in the cell
consists of fibers made of microtubules and associated proteins
"division in half," refers to this process and tho the asexual reproduction of single-celled eukaryotes
DNA molecules are packaged into these structures
a structure made up of protiens that have assembled on specific sections of DNA at each centromere
all body cells (not reproductive cells)
a region made up of repetitive sequences in the chromosomal DNA where the chromatid is attached most closely to its sister chromatid

22 Clues: reproductive cells • reproduction of cells • the division of the cytoplasm • accounts for ~90% of the cycle • includes both mitosis and cytokinesis • a cell's DNA, its genetic information • all body cells (not reproductive cells) • joined copies of the original chromosome • the division of genetic material in the nucleus • DNA molecules are packaged into these structures • ...

Immunology Exam#1 Review 2021-01-20

Immunology Exam#1 Review crossword puzzle

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Chemicals produced by T helper cells to stimulate other white blood cells.
Nonspecific cytokine that warns neighboring cells when infected by a virus.
Type of T cells which kills infected cells.
An immunological disorder in which the immune system turns against self (2 words).
A type of protein that inserts itself into the membrane of pathogens, creating a pore.
Induces heat, redness, swelling and pain.
A long-lived lymphocyte that responds to the reintroduction of a specific antigen long after initial exposure is a .... cell.
Y-shaped proteins produced by B lymphocytes.

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Phagocytic cell that is derived from a monocyte.
Programmed cell death.
The organelle in phagocytes containing enzymes that digest and destroy ingested pathogens.
Type of immunity that has a fast response.
Injection of a killed or weakened pathogen or pathogen part that stimulates the production of antibodies.
A white blood cell that can engulf and absorb bacteria by phagocytosis.
Small thin-walled blood vessels from which white blood cells can leave the blood to enter the tissues.
Bean-shaped glands found in the lymphatic system containing white blood cells (2 words).
Place where B lymphocytes maturation occurs (2 words).
Self markers that bind with with foreign antigen.
Gland where T lymphocytes mature.
A disease-causing organism including bacteria, virus and fungus.
The most common form of white blood cell.
Type of immunity that has a slow response.

22 Clues: Programmed cell death. • Gland where T lymphocytes mature. • Induces heat, redness, swelling and pain. • The most common form of white blood cell. • Type of immunity that has a fast response. • Type of immunity that has a slow response. • Type of T cells which kills infected cells. • Y-shaped proteins produced by B lymphocytes. • ...

Muscular system 2024-01-12

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denoting a dense band that connects cardiac muscle cells
protein thick muscle filaments
wavelike motion which helps force the contents of tubular organs along, e.g. intestines
muscles which work together to complete a movement
relatively immovable end of skeletal muscle
type of muscle cells which twitch for longer than skeletal muscle cells
functional unit of muscle contraction; causes striation
process by which the forces of individual twitches combine
threadlike structures within the sarcoplasm
denoting sustained muscular contraction
movement which increases the angle
layer of connective tissue that separate muscle tissue into fascicles
layer of thin connective tissue
increase in the number of motor units being activated during a contraction
movement which decreases the angle
linkages formed between actin and myosin

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breaks down acetylcholine
protein in muscle cells that help maintain oxygen availability
agent which causes movement
recording of an electrically stimulated isolated muscle
type of self-exciting smooth muscle displaying rhythmicity
agent which oppose a movement
denoting material within a muscle fiber
type of muscle cells containing less organized filaments of actin and myosin
bundles of skeletal muscle fibers
single contraction reflecting stimulation of a muscle fiber
relatively movable end of skeletal muscle
thin muscle filaments
signal which stimulates a skeletal muscle fiber
protein which stops stem cells from developing into muscle cells
layer of connective tissue that closely surrounds each skeletal muscle
broad fibrous sheets of connective tissue

32 Clues: thin muscle filaments • breaks down acetylcholine • agent which causes movement • agent which oppose a movement • protein thick muscle filaments • layer of thin connective tissue • bundles of skeletal muscle fibers • movement which increases the angle • movement which decreases the angle • denoting material within a muscle fiber • denoting sustained muscular contraction • ...

CELL 2020-04-29

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wall In plant cells there is a outer layer that protects the cell
This membrane protects the cell from it’s surroundings and it is composed of phospholipids
Responsible for cellular storage, has three types; central, contractile, food
Death of certain cells in a programmed way
The infoldings that happen in the inner membrane of mitochondria
Little tunnels in nuclear envelope that allows transportation to nucleus
Some cells have those in order to move around more easily such as sperms
The organelle that makes cellular aerobic respiration possible that's why it is mostly found in muscle and nerve cells
apparatus This organelle packages proteins and transports lipids
An organelle which recycles damaged organalles, in deficiency tay sach disease emerges
A membrane bound that is found in plant cells, algae and some eukaryotic cells
system It is called to a group of membranes which cooperate to modify, package and transport lipids and proteins

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The part in the nucleus that contains DNA
and lipids
Helps The cell to get attached to places
It oxidifies H2O2, found mostly in liver, detoxifies alcohol for that reason
envelope The layer that lines between cytoplasm and nucleus
reticulum Has two types rough and smooth. Rough ones can synthesize ribosome while smooth synthesizes
The place in the plant cell that photosynthesis happen
The destruction of cells by the enzymes within the cell usually by lysosomes
An organelle that is responsible for protein synthesis

21 Clues: and lipids • Helps The cell to get attached to places • The part in the nucleus that contains DNA • Death of certain cells in a programmed way • The place in the plant cell that photosynthesis happen • An organelle that is responsible for protein synthesis • envelope The layer that lines between cytoplasm and nucleus • ...

Veterinary Medical Practices: Blood Samples 2023-04-19

Veterinary Medical Practices: Blood Samples crossword puzzle

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known as thrombocytes; are responsible for clotting and increase with
two large veins near the thigh on the hind leg
blood cell count problem with red blood cell productionHemoglobin
loss of water from the body
Blood Count (CBC) determines the number and type of blood cells presentPlasma
marrow soft, fatty tissue within the bone which is a major area for blood cell production Autoimmune
any of the three large veins in the neck
blood cells also known as erythrocytes; are produced in bone marrow and carry oxygen to
decreases blood flow
Saphenous small vein located on the inside hind leg
deficiency of hemoglobin reducing the number of red blood cells; causes
immune response which attacks an animals own tissues and cellsPacked Cell Volume
relating to the thorax which is the cavity enclosed within the ribs and sternum

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redness, swelling or pain on an area of the body
arrangement of blood cells within the body
liquid portion of blood
Inlet opening at the top of the thoracic cavity
nodes gland masses of tissue which contain cells
vein located on the front leg
carries oxygen to the red blood cells and helps move them to other tissues
form of cancer of the bone marrow which prevents an animal from producing a
small hole on the needle which allows the blood to blow into the syringe
determination of the cause or nature of a conditionComplete Blood Count (CBC)
blood cells defend the body from invading organismsPlatelets
level of red and white blood cells and platelets
weakness

26 Clues: weakness • decreases blood flow • liquid portion of blood • loss of water from the body • vein located on the front leg • any of the three large veins in the neck • arrangement of blood cells within the body • two large veins near the thigh on the hind leg • Inlet opening at the top of the thoracic cavity • redness, swelling or pain on an area of the body • ...

Blood Flow Crossword Puzzle 2022-12-14

Blood Flow Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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when people have permanent high blood pressure.
when people have super low blood pressure usually with illness.
three factors that can affect blood pressure are strong emotions, stress and _______. Something you could do for weight loss.
people who are in danger of heart attack or stroke have high/low (pick one) permanent blood pressure.
blood ______ is when blood pushes against the wall of an artery.
_______ pressure-occurs when the left ventricle of the heart contracts.
_______ adult blood volume is 5L.
a system that is both the _________ and respiratory systems combined.
white blood cells can survive from 24 hours to several years.
primary parts of the cardiovascular system are the lungs, _______, and blood vessels.
found in bone marrow and are smallest forms of blood cells.
blood cells that make up 99% of our blood.

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carries oxygen from lungs to the rest of the body.
______ pressure-occurs when the left ventricle relaxes.
blood pressure decreases as your distance ________ from the heart.
there are ____ types of white blood cells.
thickness of blood and flow.
platelets help repair damaged _______.
makes up 55% of our blood while 55% is blood cells.
blood with high ______ can cause resistance making the heart work harder.
The less elastic the arteries the _____ blockages that reduce blood flow.
contraction phase of the heart
type of blood cells biggest cells in all blood.
______ makes up 6-8% of our total weight.
plasma is the cellular material in ____.

25 Clues: thickness of blood and flow. • contraction phase of the heart • _______ adult blood volume is 5L. • platelets help repair damaged _______. • plasma is the cellular material in ____. • ______ makes up 6-8% of our total weight. • there are ____ types of white blood cells. • blood cells that make up 99% of our blood. • when people have permanent high blood pressure. • ...

Chapter 2-6 2025-02-05

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Specialized junctions that anchor cells together, providing mechanical strength to tissues.
Breaks down fatty acids and detoxifies harmful substances.
Studded with ribosomes; involved in protein synthesis and modification.
Organizes microtubules and contains centrioles (in animal cells); important in cell division.
The powerhouse of the cell, generates ATP through cellular respiration.
Thin fibers of actin involved in cell shape, movement, and muscle contraction.
Selectively permeable barrier made of phospholipids and proteins that separates the interior of the cell from the outside environment.
Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.
Found in plant cells; performs photosynthesis.

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Network of fibers that provide structural support, shape, and facilitate cell movement.
Synthesizes lipids, detoxifies drugs, metabolizes carbohydrates.
Hollow tubes of tubulin that help maintain cell structure and shape.
Found inside nucleus; site of rRNA synthesis and ribosome assembly.
Site of protein synthesis; can be free in the cytoplasm or attached to rough ER.
Contains cell’s genetic material and controls cell activities.
________ Filaments - Provide mechanical strength to cells and anchor organelles in place.
Contain digestive enzymes for breaking down macromolecules, debris, and foreign substances.
_____ Junctions - Channels that allow direct communication between adjacent animal cells, facilitating the exchange of ions and small molecules.
Large vesicle used for storage, waste disposal, and maintaining cell turgor in plant cells.
_____ Junctions - Seal gaps between adjacent cells, preventing the leakage of extracellular fluids.

20 Clues: Found in plant cells; performs photosynthesis. • Breaks down fatty acids and detoxifies harmful substances. • Contains cell’s genetic material and controls cell activities. • Synthesizes lipids, detoxifies drugs, metabolizes carbohydrates. • Found inside nucleus; site of rRNA synthesis and ribosome assembly. • ...

Unit 4 2025-03-28

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molecule involved in energy transfer within cells, acting as a precursor to ATP
obtain their food by consuming other organisms
the natural compound present in green plants that gives them their color
requires oxygen and produces significantly more energ
occurs without oxygen and yields less energy
a tiny opening or passageway in a surface, membrane, or structure, allowing for the passage of liquids, gases, or other substances
the primary energy-carrying molecule in cells
the process by which plants change the energy in sunlight to kinds of energy that can be stored for later use
the capacity or ability to do work or cause chang
an important heat-trapping gas, also known as a greenhouse gas

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process where yeast, bacteria, or other microorganisms convert sugars into alcohol
produce their own food from inorganic sources
a simple sugar, the primary source of energy for the body's cells
process in which sugars are transformed into a new product through chemical reactions carried out by microorganisms
organelles found in plant cells that are responsible for photosynthesis
a chemical your body produces when your cells break down carbohydrates for energ
is the chemical reactions in the body's cells that change food into energy.
a series of chemical reactions that break down glucose to produce ATP
The cells and tissues that support and give structure to organs, glands, or other tissues in the body
an organic compound that gives color to plant or animal tissue

20 Clues: occurs without oxygen and yields less energy • produce their own food from inorganic sources • the primary energy-carrying molecule in cells • obtain their food by consuming other organisms • the capacity or ability to do work or cause chang • requires oxygen and produces significantly more energ • an organic compound that gives color to plant or animal tissue • ...

Immune System 2023-03-16

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/ preparation that is used to help the body immune response against diseases.
/ when the body is given immunity to a disease from small quantities.
/ substances that cause the body to make an immune response against the substance.
/ cells that are part of the immune system that help fight infections and other diseases.
/ helps kill tumor cells and help control immune responses
/ a type of white blood that kills microorganisms and removes dead cells
/ reproduction of viruses using a cell to manufacture more of the viruses
/ method of a virus can replicate its DNA using a cell

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/ owns and manages risks
/ when a disease triggers the immune system to produce antibodies to the disease.
/ when antibodies are given to someone, then produce it through the immune system.
/ antibody protection the body creates against germs that the bodies have been infected with.
/ when the bacteria defeats the antibiotic that is meant to kill the bacteria
/ network of organs, cells and proteins to help fight the body against infections.
/ an immune system that surround and kill microorganisms and ingest foreign material
/ type of blood cells that are made in bone marrow and found the blood and lymph tissue
/ protein made by plasma cells that respond to antigen.
/ overseees risks or control and compliance
/ drugs that are used to treat infections that are caused by bacteria.
/ microorganism that infects cells and can cause diseases

20 Clues: / owns and manages risks • / overseees risks or control and compliance • / method of a virus can replicate its DNA using a cell • / protein made by plasma cells that respond to antigen. • / microorganism that infects cells and can cause diseases • / helps kill tumor cells and help control immune responses • ...

Integumentary Crossword 2025-02-20

Integumentary Crossword crossword puzzle

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Cell shape that is tall and cylindrical.
The skin is also called the cutaneous membrane.
The outermost layer of the skin.
Modified cells containing secretory vesicles that produce large quantities of mucus.
Substance that gives hair and skin its color.
Gland that secretes its product into ducts.
Type of cell that can differentiate into a number of different cells.
Oily substance produced by sebaceous glands.
Inflammation of the skin characterized by itching and redness.
The most widespread and most varied of all the tissues.
The inner, deeper layer of the skin.
Flattened cells making up the skin’s outermost layer.

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Dense, cord-like tissues that attach muscles to bones.
Excessive hair loss.
Dense connective tissue band or sheet that binds organs and muscles together.
Gland that secretes its product directly into the bloodstream.
Tissue that lacks blood vessels and depends on underlying connective tissue for oxygen and nutrients.
Dead tissue resulting from a burn.
Key component of connective tissue.
Ear wax.
The body’s most abundant protein.
Cord-like tissues that attach bones to bones.
Cell shape that is flat and plate-like.
The outermost layer of the epidermis is called the stratum corneum.
Tissue that has multiple layers in which some cells don’t touch the basement membrane.
Tissue dominated by fat cells.
Groups of cells that perform a common function.

27 Clues: Ear wax. • Excessive hair loss. • Tissue dominated by fat cells. • The outermost layer of the skin. • The body’s most abundant protein. • Dead tissue resulting from a burn. • Key component of connective tissue. • The inner, deeper layer of the skin. • Cell shape that is flat and plate-like. • Cell shape that is tall and cylindrical. • Gland that secretes its product into ducts. • ...

Module 2 - Lesson 2.1 Daily Assignment 1: Integumentary Crossword 2025-02-26

Module 2 - Lesson 2.1 Daily Assignment 1: Integumentary Crossword crossword puzzle

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Cell shape that is tall and cylindrical.
The skin is also called the cutaneous membrane.
The outermost layer of the skin.
Modified cells containing secretory vesicles that produce large quantities of mucus.
Substance that gives hair and skin its color.
Gland that secretes its product into ducts.
Type of cell that can differentiate into a number of different cells.
Oily substance produced by sebaceous glands.
Inflammation of the skin characterized by itching and redness.
The most widespread and most varied of all the tissues.
The inner, deeper layer of the skin.
Flattened cells making up the skin’s outermost layer.

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Dense, cord-like tissues that attach muscles to bones.
Excessive hair loss.
Dense connective tissue band or sheet that binds organs and muscles together.
Gland that secretes its product directly into the bloodstream.
Tissue that lacks blood vessels and depends on underlying connective tissue for oxygen and nutrients.
Dead tissue resulting from a burn.
Key component of connective tissue.
Ear wax.
The body’s most abundant protein.
Cord-like tissues that attach bones to bones.
Cell shape that is flat and plate-like.
The outermost layer of the epidermis is called the stratum corneum.
Tissue that has multiple layers in which some cells don’t touch the basement membrane.
Tissue dominated by fat cells.
Groups of cells that perform a common function.

Biology Ch. 11 & 12 2025-03-03

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Green algae
Mass of intertwined hyphae visible without magnification
End result of the fusion of gametes
Hyphae that actually enter host cells to get nutrition from cytoplasm of host cells
Brown algae
Two filaments line up next to each other forming a type of tube connecting adjacent cells
Simple colony of a slender chain of cells growing end to end
Gives shape to its body in replace of a cell wall
Hyphae that "stand" up above the medium and get oxygen, produce spores and spread the fungus
Small air-filled pockets and holds up the thallus (two words)
Special cells that anchor the algae to something and appear rootlike

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Two identical specialized cells
Red algae
Golden algae
The diatom s
Product from red algae used in pudding and gelatin shells of capsules
Specialized cells that are different in size and form
Hyphae that grow within the material the fungus is growing on
Where the motile gametes (sperm) are produced
"Body" of a fungus is composed of slender filaments
All are unicellular with two flagella; one is in a groove around the cell and the other is for movement
Aerial hyphae that connect groups of hyphae together
Hyphae branches that produce spores
Where a nonmotile gamete or egg (ovum) is produced
Body of a plantlike organism that does not have leaves, roots, or stems

25 Clues: Red algae • Green algae • Brown algae • Golden algae • The diatom s • Two identical specialized cells • End result of the fusion of gametes • Hyphae branches that produce spores • Where the motile gametes (sperm) are produced • Gives shape to its body in replace of a cell wall • Where a nonmotile gamete or egg (ovum) is produced • ...

Cells, COL, and CER 2025-09-16

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Simple cells that lack most of the organelles described(NO nucleus)
converts glucose into cellular energy (ATP)
Compromised of at least one unit of life; may have groups of those units that share the same units
Gives cells their shape and structure and facilitates movement of materials within the cell
Regulates cell division/replication
Hold excess water for the plant cell
In taking energy in one form and converts it to a usable form; removes waste
The barrier to the outside environment and holds important gatekeeping protiens
Makes proteins and is found in the cytoplasm
Where ribosomes are made out of RNA
Packages proteins and other biomolecules for transport across the cell
Staging area for ribosomes to make protiens
Makes Lipids for the cell

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Increases in size or number of cells; functionality of cells can change over time
Regulates internal environment involuntarily
Where the DNA is stored
Ability to produce more of itself/New life(Fertile Offspring)
Digests macromolecules and stores them for future use in the cell
Cells that have most or all of the organelles described(Plant and animal cells)
Interacts with surroundings to various degrees;aids in survival
Enable photosynthesis to happen;Converts light energy into suagrs
Traits are passed on and inherited by subsequent generations; change in genetic material
supports the cell and gives structure to the plant overall;Made of cellulose
contains the organelles and allows a place for important chemical reactions to occur

24 Clues: Where the DNA is stored • Makes Lipids for the cell • Regulates cell division/replication • Where ribosomes are made out of RNA • Hold excess water for the plant cell • converts glucose into cellular energy (ATP) • Staging area for ribosomes to make protiens • Regulates internal environment involuntarily • Makes proteins and is found in the cytoplasm • ...

cats 2 2025-11-18

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A tunnel-like extension for enzyme secretion from bone-destroying cells.
Process where vesicles fuse with the plasma membrane to release contents.
A type of metabolism that breaks down molecules for energy.
Side by side location, often said of cells with gap junctions.
Binding in the active site leads to this kind of enzyme activation.
DNA plus proteins, packaged but not condensed.
The phase where chromosomes arrive at poles and nuclear envelopes reform.
Produced in abundance by certain ovarian cells.
A molecule that shuttles proteins into the nucleus.
The fusion of gametes to form a zygote.
A type of infection that generates immune responses even without producing virions.
A strong cell–cell adhesion structure composed of dense plaques.
The process by which a cell becomes specialized.
The final physical separation of two daughter cells.

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A bond that helps stabilize tertiary structure.
Stage where the three germ layers first appear.
What you get when cells keep dividing after compaction.
A process that allows an increase in cell number.
A direct passageway for ions and molecules between cells.
An enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix.
Some cells secrete molecules that turn around and act on themselves.
A structure that organizes the mitotic spindle.
Embryonic tissue layer that will form muscle and bone.
Regulation of gene expression without altering DNA sequence.
Event needed to turn a chromosome into a visible structure.

25 Clues: The fusion of gametes to form a zygote. • An enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix. • DNA plus proteins, packaged but not condensed. • A bond that helps stabilize tertiary structure. • Stage where the three germ layers first appear. • A structure that organizes the mitotic spindle. • Produced in abundance by certain ovarian cells. • ...

ANIMAL CELLS AND PLANT CELLS 2025-04-09

ANIMAL CELLS AND PLANT CELLS crossword puzzle

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CELLS CONTRACT AND RELAX TO ENABLE MOVEMENT
DESTROY FOREIGN PARTICLES
CONSIST OF ONE CELLS
CELLS THAT ABSORB WATER AND NUTRIENT IN SOIL
CELLS ALLOW GASEOUS EXCHANGE
BICONCAVE DISC SHAPED
CELLS CONTROL OPEN AND CLOSE OF STOMA

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CONSIST OF MORE THAN ONE CELLS
CELLS THAT CONTAIN CHLOROPYLL
CELLS PROTECT ORGANS
EXAMPLE OF UNICELLULAR CELLS IN ANIMAL KINGDOM

11 Clues: CONSIST OF ONE CELLS • CELLS PROTECT ORGANS • BICONCAVE DISC SHAPED • DESTROY FOREIGN PARTICLES • CELLS ALLOW GASEOUS EXCHANGE • CELLS THAT CONTAIN CHLOROPYLL • CONSIST OF MORE THAN ONE CELLS • CELLS CONTROL OPEN AND CLOSE OF STOMA • CELLS CONTRACT AND RELAX TO ENABLE MOVEMENT • CELLS THAT ABSORB WATER AND NUTRIENT IN SOIL • EXAMPLE OF UNICELLULAR CELLS IN ANIMAL KINGDOM

Biology 2014-09-23

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a short, microscopic, hairlike vibrating structure
apparatus a complex of vesicles and folded membranes within the cytoplasm of most eukaryotic cells, involved in secretion and intracellular transport
an organelle in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells containing degradative enzymes enclosed in a membrane
membrane a microscopic membrane of lipids and proteins that forms the external boundary of the cytoplasm of a cell or encloses a vacuole, and that regulates the passage of molecules in and out of the cytoplasm
any of a number of organized or specialized structures within a living cell
an organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur
a dense organelle present in most eukaryotic cells, typically a single rounded structure bounded by a double membrane, containing the genetic material
a part of an organism that is typically self-contained and has a specific vital function
any of the distinct types of material of which animals or plants are made, consisting of specialized cells and their products
any organism whose cells contain a nucleus and other structures enclosed within membranes
reticulum a network of membranous tubules within the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell, continuous with the nuclear membrane
small dense spherical structure in the nucleus of a cell during interphase

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a minute particle consisting of RNA and associated proteins, found in large numbers in the cytoplasm of living cells
the material or protoplasm within a living cell, excluding the nucleus
the aqueous component of the cytoplasm of a cell, within which various organelles and particles are suspended
a microscopic single-celled organism that has neither a distinct nucleus with a membrane nor other specialized organelles
a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes
envelope the double lipid bilayer membrane which surrounds the genetic material and nucleolus in eukaryotic cells
a microscopic network of protein filaments and tubules in the cytoplasm of many living cells, giving them shape and coherence

19 Clues: a short, microscopic, hairlike vibrating structure • the material or protoplasm within a living cell, excluding the nucleus • small dense spherical structure in the nucleus of a cell during interphase • any of a number of organized or specialized structures within a living cell • ...

Biology 2018-01-31

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first phase of mitosis.
cell or nucleus having a single set of unpaired chromosomes.
the region of a chromosome to which the microtubules of the spindle attach, via the kinetochore, during cell division.
a type of cell division that results in two daughter cells each having the same number and kind of chromosomes as the parent nucleus, typical of ordinary tissue growth.
Double helix looking
the second stage of cell division
an organelle found in eukaryotic cells that is functioning like a brain.
phase of the cell cycle in which a typical cell spends most of its life.
haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete or microorganism
structural layer surrounding some types of cells
the death of cells which occurs as a normal and controlled part of an organism's growth or development.
sequence of DNA or RNA which codes for a molecule that has a function.
a type of cell division that results in four daughter cells each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell, as in the production of gametes and plant spores.

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a mature haploid male or female germ cell.
cell or nucleus containing two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.
one of several structures with specialized functions, suspended in the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell.
a test to identify and evaluate the size, shape, and number of chromosomes in a sample of body cells.
a thread-like structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
any cell of a living organism other than the reproductive cells.
the cellular lineage of a sexually reproducing organism from which eggs and sperm are derived
the basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all known living organisms.
form a protein structure that divides the genetic material in a cell
a unicellular organism that lacks a membrane-bound nucleus,
the final phase of cell division.
a variant form of a gene
each of a pair of minute cylindrical organelles near the nucleus in animal cells, involved in the development of spindle fibres in cell division.
any organism whose cells have a cell nucleus and other organelles enclosed within membranes.
can be distinguished from fats and carbohydrates by containing nitrogen.
complex molecular machine, found within all living cells

29 Clues: Double helix looking • first phase of mitosis. • a variant form of a gene • the final phase of cell division. • the second stage of cell division • a mature haploid male or female germ cell. • structural layer surrounding some types of cells • haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete or microorganism • complex molecular machine, found within all living cells • ...

AP Bio Vocab Crossword 2023-12-13

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the first phase of mitosis, the process that separates the duplicated genetic material carried in the nucleus of a parent cell into two identical daughter cells
leading them to stop growing when the density of cells reaches a certain point
threadlike structures made of protein and a single molecule of DNA
cancerous and can spread cancer cells throughout one's body through the blood or lymphatic system
the portion of the cell cycle that is not accompanied by visible changes under the microscope, and includes the G1, S and G2 phases
signaling at cell division is largely dedicated to completing a decision made in G1 phase—to initiate and complete a round of mitotic cell division
the third subphase of interphase in the cell cycle directly preceding mitosis
the complete set of genetic information in an organism
a series of events that takes place in a cell as it grows and divides
a protein structure that divides the genetic material in a cell

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the physical process of cell division, which divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells
protein kinases characterized by needing a separate subunit - a cyclin - that provides domains essential for enzymatic activity
the region where the cell's spindle fibers attach
the nucleus dissolves and the cell's chromosomes condense and move together, aligning in the center of the dividing cell
the cyclin-Cdk complex that was discovered first in frog eggs
the fourth phase of mitosis, the process that separates the duplicated genetic material carried in the nucleus of a parent cell into two identical daughter cells
cyclin-dependent kinase activity promotes DNA replication and initiates G1-to-S phase transition
an organism's reproductive cells.
a complex of DNA and proteins that forms chromosomes within the nucleus of eukaryotic cells
the cells in the body other than sperm and egg cells
the process that separates the duplicated genetic material carried in the nucleus of a parent cell into two identical daughter cells
a cellular structure involved in the process of cell division
one of the two identical halves of a chromosome that has been replicated in preparation for cell division
the regulatory subunits of kinases that control progress through the cell cycle
surveillance mechanisms that monitor the order, integrity, and fidelity of the major events of the cell cycle
the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes in an organism's cells, with each parent contributing a chromosome to each pair

26 Clues: an organism's reproductive cells. • the region where the cell's spindle fibers attach • the cells in the body other than sperm and egg cells • the complete set of genetic information in an organism • the cyclin-Cdk complex that was discovered first in frog eggs • a cellular structure involved in the process of cell division • ...

Week 3 Exam Review 2021-07-06

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most abundant type of granulocytes
specialized cells involved in the detection, phagocytosis and destruction of bacteria and other harmful organisms
ensures that each antibody generates an appropriate immune response for a given antigen, and the constant region which determines how the antibody will function
restrains the immune system from overreacting
use their hydrolytic enzymes to destroy pathogens
where white blood cells are formed
found on surface of pathogens, and aids in colonizing and invading hosts
substance that is capable of stimulating an immune response, specifically activating lymphocytes

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region on an antibody that binds to antigens
recruited by macrophages and are part of the innate immune system that serve to contain viral infections
important cells in adaptive immunity; help activate B cells to secrete antibodies and macrophages; activate cytotoxic T cells to kill infected target cells
found in bone marrow and eventually becomes monocytes and three other forms of granular leukocytes
process by which certain living cells called phagocytes ingest or engulf other cells or particles
mature into monocytes which eventually become macrophages
physiologic role in initiating the adhesion of leukocytes and platelets during the inflammatory and hemostatic responses
regulate cellular growth, proliferation, migration, signaling, and cytokine activation

16 Clues: most abundant type of granulocytes • where white blood cells are formed • region on an antibody that binds to antigens • restrains the immune system from overreacting • use their hydrolytic enzymes to destroy pathogens • mature into monocytes which eventually become macrophages • found on surface of pathogens, and aids in colonizing and invading hosts • ...

Week 3 Exam Review 2021-07-06

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most abundant type of granulocytes
specialized cells involved in the detection, phagocytosis and destruction of bacteria and other harmful organisms
ensures that each antibody generates an appropriate immune response for a given antigen, and the constant region which determines how the antibody will function
restrains the immune system from overreacting
use their hydrolytic enzymes to destroy pathogens
where white blood cells are formed
found on surface of pathogens, and aids in colonizing and invading hosts
substance that is capable of stimulating an immune response, specifically activating lymphocytes

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region on an antibody that binds to antigens
recruited by macrophages and are part of the innate immune system that serve to contain viral infections
important cells in adaptive immunity; help activate B cells to secrete antibodies and macrophages; activate cytotoxic T cells to kill infected target cells
found in bone marrow and eventually becomes monocytes and three other forms of granular leukocytes
process by which certain living cells called phagocytes ingest or engulf other cells or particles
mature into monocytes which eventually become macrophages
physiologic role in initiating the adhesion of leukocytes and platelets during the inflammatory and hemostatic responses
regulate cellular growth, proliferation, migration, signaling, and cytokine activation

Stem Cell Biology 2023-10-27

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a group of genes that is inherited together
star-shaped glial cells in the brain
mature bone cells that are derived from osteoblasts
The process of blood cell formation
cartilage cells that play a role in the development and maintenance of cartilage, which serves as a precursor to bone in endochondral ossification.
Self-organized three-dimensional structures that are typically derived from stem cells
Persons or animals that have some living cells in their body that came from another person or animal.
a tool for precision gene editing

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a material derived from a donor of the same species as the recipient
when it is converted into a new cell type to take on specialized functions
an abbrev for a rare mitochondrial disorder
An inactive treatment that is used as a comparison
To describe ells with the ability to give rise to all the cells of the body and cells
A benign tumor that usually consists of several types of tissue cells
most abundant cell type in connective tissue, secretes protein fibers and matrix into the extracellular space
A structure in the back of the retina responsible for central vision.

16 Clues: a tool for precision gene editing • The process of blood cell formation • star-shaped glial cells in the brain • an abbrev for a rare mitochondrial disorder • a group of genes that is inherited together • An inactive treatment that is used as a comparison • mature bone cells that are derived from osteoblasts • ...

Cells & Life Vocabulary 2023-09-08

Cells & Life Vocabulary crossword puzzle

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This type of microscope uses a magnetic field to focus a beam through an object or onto an object’s surface.
How an organism maintains steady internal conditions.
The smallest unit of life.
This type of microscope use a bulb and lens to enlarge an image.
A sample of these cells were taken during our lab "A Closer Look at Life"
This organism is made of only one cell.
The last name of the English scientist that discovered cells.
This material was used in the "Magnify it" Lab.
How new organisms are produced.

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A person that studies living things too small to seen with the unaided eye.
A blue whale has approximately this many cells.
This organism is made up of two or more cells.
A paramecium has this many cells.
This Dutch merchant made improvements to the first microscope.
Cell theory states that all living things are made of one or more cells, the cell is the ________ unit of life, and all new cells come from preexisting cells.
The item that was questioned to be living or not at the beginning of lesson by 4 different friends.

16 Clues: The smallest unit of life. • How new organisms are produced. • A paramecium has this many cells. • This organism is made of only one cell. • This organism is made up of two or more cells. • A blue whale has approximately this many cells. • This material was used in the "Magnify it" Lab. • How an organism maintains steady internal conditions. • ...

Jordon.S,Circulatory System 2013-05-21

Jordon.S,Circulatory System crossword puzzle

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a muscular organ that pumps blood through the circulatory system so that oxygen and nutrients can be transported to the body's cells and wastes can be transported away
the organ for breathing air
a large artery through which oxygenated blood is pumped at high pressure from the left ventricle of your heart to your body
the chemical reaction involving oxygen that moves the energy in glucose into the compound ATP
move blood away from the heart
large vein leading into the top right chamber of the heart
organic nutrients required in small amounts
a simple carbohydrate and the simplest for of sugar
upper left section of the heart
makes up most of the blood

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living cells in the blood that transport oxygen to all other living cells in the body
narrow tube from the mouth to the lungs through which air moves
largest gland in the body
minute tubes carrying blood to body cells
the body system that circulates oxygen in blood to all cells of the body
upper right section of the heart
a form of energy released during cellular respiration that provides cells with the energy needed to perform their functions
a gas in the air that animals need to breathe
move blood back to the heart
special cells that detect energy and convert it to electrical energy that is sent to the brain
through the heart in a specific pathway

21 Clues: largest gland in the body • makes up most of the blood • the organ for breathing air • move blood back to the heart • move blood away from the heart • upper left section of the heart • upper right section of the heart • through the heart in a specific pathway • minute tubes carrying blood to body cells • organic nutrients required in small amounts • ...

Cells, Cell Theory and the Microscope 2016-09-17

Cells, Cell Theory and the Microscope crossword puzzle

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(surname) concluded that cells self-reproduce
is used to study internal structures of cells through sectioned specimens
the book where Hooke published the verified findings of Leeuwenhoek
also known as the dissecting microscope
he identified a dark-stained structure at the center of every cell he observed which he referred as nucleus
known today as protozoa
Confocal Scanning Microscope uses this to scan across the specimen without actually breaking them
commonly used in schools is equipped with lenses that can enlarge the view of objects up to several hundred times their original size

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(surname) observed and proposed that all animals are made up of cells
objects examined under microscopes can be photographed or be viewed on television or computer screens
a photographic image taken under and by a microscope
Used to examine highly transparent objects such as unstained cells
the branch of biology that deals with the study of cells
coined the term "cell"
is used to examine the surfaces or shapes of objects such as viruses
dyes Fluorescent Microscope uses this to illuminate objects
is a tool used to examine objects, tissues, and cells that are too small to be seen with the naked eye
Microscope uses streams of electrons to enlarge objects up to 250 000 times their original size
(surname) invented the first microscope
(surname) proposed that all plants are made up of cells
the basic structural, functional, and reproductive unit of all organisms

21 Clues: coined the term "cell" • known today as protozoa • also known as the dissecting microscope • (surname) invented the first microscope • (surname) concluded that cells self-reproduce • a photographic image taken under and by a microscope • (surname) proposed that all plants are made up of cells • the branch of biology that deals with the study of cells • ...

Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes 2023-05-24

Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes crossword puzzle

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Process sed by animal to process energy
Found in plants for structure
Small structures in a cell are found in the cytoplasm
The large network consisting of protein fibers and other molecules that gives shape and structure to cells in the body
The gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell
A network of sac-like structures and tubes in the cytoplasm of a cell
Name for many celled organism
A cell that have a nucleus
a membrane
Named for one celled organism
A cellular structure involved in the process of cell division
The membrane found in all cells that separates the interior of the cell from the outside environment

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A stack of small flat sacs formed by membranes inside the cells's cytoplasm
an organelle in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells containing degradative enzymes enclosed
Process used by plants to produce energy
Makes protein and RNA contains DNA
A cell that doesn't have a cell
A narrow, hollow tube-like structure found in the cytoplasm
The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell
basic unit of organism
Organelles used in photosynthesis
Organelle found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
Only example of a prokaryote
Short, hair-like structures on the cell surface of prokaryotes cells
Largest organelle in most plant cells
A long whiplike structure by which some tiny plants and animals move
A membrane-bound cell organelle

27 Clues: a membrane • basic unit of organism • A cell that have a nucleus • Only example of a prokaryote • Found in plants for structure • Name for many celled organism • Named for one celled organism • A cell that doesn't have a cell • A membrane-bound cell organelle • Organelles used in photosynthesis • Makes protein and RNA contains DNA • Largest organelle in most plant cells • ...

Paper 1 & 2 Crossword 4 2024-05-21

Paper 1 & 2 Crossword 4 crossword puzzle

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The jelly-like substance within a cell, containing organelles.
Cell that carries oxygen around the body.
Cell responsible for photosynthesis in plants.
Cell that helps in blood clotting.
A cell organelle that contains chlorophyll and is the site of photosynthesis.
A group of similar cells that perform a specific function.
Plant cell that regulates the opening and closing of stomata.
Structures made of DNA that contain the genes.
Specialized plant cell that transports sugars.
Cell that transmits signals from the brain to muscles.
A type of blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart.
A type of reproduction involving only one parent, resulting in identical offspring.
A rigid layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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The liquid-filled space inside plant cells that stores nutrients and waste products.
The organ that stores and concentrates bile.
The process by which cells obtain energy from glucose.
The cell that aids in the absorption of water and nutrients in plants.
A gland in the neck that regulates metabolism.
The process by which cells divide to form two identical daughter cells.
Cell in the bone marrow that gives rise to all blood cells.
Cell that contracts to enable movement.
The structure where protein synthesis occurs.
The smallest blood vessels where gas exchange occurs.
Specialized plant cell that transports water.
A type of blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart.

25 Clues: Cell that helps in blood clotting. • Cell that contracts to enable movement. • Cell that carries oxygen around the body. • The organ that stores and concentrates bile. • The structure where protein synthesis occurs. • Specialized plant cell that transports water. • Cell responsible for photosynthesis in plants. • A gland in the neck that regulates metabolism. • ...

Module 3 Cell Structure 2023-10-02

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The barrier around cells that protects them from the outside.
A solution whose concentration of solute is lower than inside the cell.
The process of making molecules by using absorbed molecules.
Water fearing
Organelles that make proteins.
Cells that don't have a nucleus nor any membrane-bound organelles.
ER that has many ribosomes attached to it.
A solution whose concentration has a higher concentration of solute than inside the cell.
The state of being equal or even.
cells that contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
A type of plastid that performs photosynthesis.
The movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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The property of a membrane to only allow certain substances to pass across it.
A mode of transport that does not require the cell to use any energy.
A complex network of proteins that strengthen the cell and keep it from rupturing.
A cell organelle which manufactures the cells energy molecule, ATP.
Microtubules that help pull the DNA apart during cell division.
A storage "sack" in the cytoplasm that holds food or wastes.
vesicles that contain enzymes to break stuff down, animal cells only
Water loving
structure in the nucleus which assembles ribosomes
Units inside all cells which perform certain functions/tasks.
stores the DNA.
A solution whose concentration of solute is the same as inside the cell.
The study of cells.

The Integumentary System 2024-09-07

The Integumentary System crossword puzzle

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main cells of the epidermis
layer of the epidermis that provides the stratum basale with blood supply
muscle attached to hair follicle
most superficial layer of skin
term that describe fine body hair
protein filament that grows from a follicle located in the dermis
deep layer of the dermis
sweat glands that become active at puberty
another word for earwax
nerve cells that sense gentle touch
detected by free nerve endings
inner layer of hair made of loosely packed cells
keratinized plate that grows from the end of each finger and toe
layer of the epidermis where mitosis occurs
sweat glands that are active for the entire lifespan
glands that are associated with hair follicles and secrete an oily substance onto the surface of the skin

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cells ______ as the move toward the surface of the skin
outer layer of hair made of dead, keratinized cells
tissues embedded in the dermis that detect firm pressure
cells that secrete melanin (pigment)
the largest organ in the body; covers the entire body
deeper than the dermis; not technically a part of skin
immune cells found in the skin
most superficial layer of the epidermis
term that describes fully developed hair found on the head and in the axilary (armpit) and pubic regions
tubular appendages of the integument; secrete sweat, cerumen and sebum
middle layer of skin
main part of hair

28 Clues: main part of hair • middle layer of skin • another word for earwax • deep layer of the dermis • main cells of the epidermis • most superficial layer of skin • immune cells found in the skin • detected by free nerve endings • muscle attached to hair follicle • term that describe fine body hair • nerve cells that sense gentle touch • cells that secrete melanin (pigment) • ...

Reproduction Crossword 2025-10-06

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division of cytoplasm in meiosis and mitosis that results in two daughter cells.
reproductive cells, such as sperm and egg.
a type of cell division that results in two daughter cells each having the same number and kind of chromosomes as the parent nucleus
having only one chromosome of each type.
a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information(DNA)
Unfertilized egg cells grow into a new organism.
having two sets of chromosomes of each type.
parent cell splits into two identical daughter cells
reproduction in which two parents are involved.

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Parent organism breaks into fragments or pieces, each piece develops into a new organism.
is a process in which plants reproduce from stems, roots and leaves.
Union of 2 gametes (sperm and egg) that produce diploid zygote.
the product of the fusion of an egg and a sperm. The first cell.
the exchange of DNA between homologous chromosomes.
each of the two threadlike strands into which a chromosome divides vertically during cell division
the formation of an outgrowth (bud) from an organism.
a type of cell division that results in four daughter cells each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell
the ability to make the next generation.
organs that produce eggs or sperm.
reproduction involves a single parent; results in offspring genetically identical to parent

20 Clues: organs that produce eggs or sperm. • having only one chromosome of each type. • the ability to make the next generation. • reproductive cells, such as sperm and egg. • having two sets of chromosomes of each type. • reproduction in which two parents are involved. • Unfertilized egg cells grow into a new organism. • the exchange of DNA between homologous chromosomes. • ...

Blood Spatter Crossword 2023-01-11

Blood Spatter Crossword crossword puzzle

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drop formed when some blood breaks free from the main contact drop of blood
a 3 dimensional view formed using lines of convergence and angles of impact of at least 2 different drops of blood to identify the source and location of blood spatter
donut-shaped cells that carry oxygen throughout the body
a reaction in which antibodies attach to specific antigens
Blood cells have neither A nor b antigen proteins
Blood cells have B antigen proteins
a two-dimensional view of the intersec-tion of lines formed by drawing a line through the main axis of at least 2 drops of blood that indicates the general area of the source of blood spatter
carry oxygenated blood from the heart to various parts of the body
the clumping of molecules or cells caused by an antigen–antibody reaction

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any foreign substance or cell in the body that reacts with antibodies
proteins secreted by white blood cells
cells that police the body by destroying foreign materials.
proteins embedded in the cell membrane
Blood cells have A antigen proteins
blood cells containing the Rh antigen are Rh_________
carry deoxygenated blood towards the heart

16 Clues: Blood cells have A antigen proteins • Blood cells have B antigen proteins • proteins secreted by white blood cells • proteins embedded in the cell membrane • carry deoxygenated blood towards the heart • Blood cells have neither A nor b antigen proteins • blood cells containing the Rh antigen are Rh_________ • donut-shaped cells that carry oxygen throughout the body • ...

Unit 2 Review 2022-12-13

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Process where a cell gets divided into identical daughter cells
Transport that has molecules moving from higher conc to lower using no energy
When one cell divides into 2 cells
Last stage of cell division where chromosomes move to different ends of the cell and 2 nuclei are made
Communication between cells

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Transport that has the molecules moving from lower conc to higher conc using energy.
Where protein synthesis takes place
Third stage of cell division where the chromosomes go to opposite sides of the spindles
Process where a cell divides twice into 4 cells
First stage of cell division where the nuclear envelope disappears
Phase of mitotic process where the cell grows and replicates chromosomes (longest phase)
Second stage of cell division where chromosomes attach to spindle fibers
Cells are the basic unit of life, all cells come from other living cells, cells are the basic unit of life
Ability to make a cell or lose and get water
The movement of water molecules from a solution with high concentration to a solution with low concentration
The powerhouse of the cell...

16 Clues: Communication between cells • The powerhouse of the cell... • When one cell divides into 2 cells • Where protein synthesis takes place • Ability to make a cell or lose and get water • Process where a cell divides twice into 4 cells • Process where a cell gets divided into identical daughter cells • First stage of cell division where the nuclear envelope disappears • ...

IB Biology Midterm 2023 2022-12-30

IB Biology Midterm 2023 crossword puzzle

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white blood cells that make antibodies proteins made by the plasma cells to match with antigens
medicines that kill bacteria but not viruses because viruses are non-living
when a nerve is at rest, maintained by the sodium potassium pump
polysaccharide made of glucose, stored in the liver
protein in muscles that grab actin to complete contraction
occurs in the matrix of the mitochondria to pump protons
inactive protein converted to thrombin in blood clotting
the functional unit of the kidney
a hormone made to regulate the level of water reabsorption in the collecting duct
fingerlike projections lining the small intestine to increase surface area for absorption
a protein that speeds up chemical reactions by lowering the energy needed
invaders of the body, such as a virus or bacteria

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uses proteins to move molecules from high to low concentration
type of white blood cell that makes antibodies, includes memory cells
nerve impulse transmitted down a axon
hormone made by fat (adipose) to control appetite
a hormone made by the beta cells of the pancreas to lower glucose levels
diagram used to show evolutionary relationships
membrane protein made of Hydrophilic phosphate groups and hydrophobic fatty acids
cells made by fusing plasma cells with tumor cells, makes monoclonal antibodies to treat cancer or detect pregnancy
meiotic process to create four haploid sperm in the seminiferous tubules
phylum composed of segmented worms

22 Clues: the functional unit of the kidney • phylum composed of segmented worms • nerve impulse transmitted down a axon • diagram used to show evolutionary relationships • hormone made by fat (adipose) to control appetite • invaders of the body, such as a virus or bacteria • polysaccharide made of glucose, stored in the liver • ...

CELL 2020-04-29

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reticulum Has two types rough and smooth. Rough ones can synthesize ribosome while smooth synthesizes
apparatus This organelle packages proteins and transports lipids
system It is called to a group of membranes which cooperate to modify, package and transport lipids and proteins
It oxidifies H2O2, found mostly in liver, detoxifies alcohol fort hat reason
The place in the plant cell that photosynthesis happen.
An organelle which recycles damaged organalles, in deficiency tay sach disease emerges
This membrane protects the cell from it’s surroundings and it is composed of phospholipids
The destruction of cells by the enzymes within the cell usually by lysosomes
Responsible for cellular storage, has three types; central contractile, food
Some cells have those in order to move around more easily such as sperms

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The part in the nucleus that contains DNA
The organelle that makes cellular aerobic respiration possible that's why it is mostly found in muscle and nerve cells
little tunnels in nuclear envelope that allows transportation to nucleus
An organelle that is responsible for protein synthesis
and lipids
Death of certain cells in a programmed way
Helps The cell to get attached to places
The infoldings that happen in the inner membrane of mitochondria
wall In plant cells there is a outer layer that protects the cell
envelope The layer that lines between cytoplasm and nucleus
A membrane bound that is found in plant cells, algae and some eukaryotic cells.

21 Clues: and lipids • Helps The cell to get attached to places • The part in the nucleus that contains DNA • Death of certain cells in a programmed way • An organelle that is responsible for protein synthesis • The place in the plant cell that photosynthesis happen. • envelope The layer that lines between cytoplasm and nucleus • ...

Plant/Animal Cell Project 2021-09-08

Plant/Animal Cell Project crossword puzzle

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the special, normal, or proper activity of an organ or part
where genetic material is stored and controls the cells growth and reproduction
protective, flexible barrier that controls what goes in and out of the cell
a cell without a nucleus
processes and transports proteins and makes lipids
structures within a cell that have special unctions to keep working
rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane in plant cells; provides structure and support
one of the structures in the nucleus that are made up of DNA and protein
deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecules that is present in all living cells and that contains info that determines traits
a system of ideas that explains many related observations and is supported by a body of evidence acquired by scientific investigation
cells with a nucleus

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describes the basic characteristics of all cells and organisms
the arrangement of parts in an organism
an organelle found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis occurs
a fluid-filled vesicle that contains food, water, and waste. Plant cells have a large central vacuole that stores water
gel-like liquid inside a cell; helps cell maintain shape and is about 80% water
the smallest functional and structural unit of living things
packages and distributes materials within or out of the cell
produces enzymes that digest wastes, cell parts, and foreign invaders
makes protein
the site of cellular respiration, which releases energy for use by the cell

21 Clues: makes protein • cells with a nucleus • a cell without a nucleus • the arrangement of parts in an organism • processes and transports proteins and makes lipids • the special, normal, or proper activity of an organ or part • the smallest functional and structural unit of living things • packages and distributes materials within or out of the cell • ...

Chapter 6 crossword puzzle 2021-02-13

Chapter 6 crossword puzzle crossword puzzle

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burn Destroys the epidermis and accessory structure of the skin
glands Contains groups of specialized epithlial cells and are usually associated with hair follicles
Sweat Glands Respond throughout life to the body temperature elevated by environmental heat or physical excerise
corpusle Responds to vibration
Corpusle responds to touch
Classified by the extent of tissue damage
burn Destroys some epidermis as well as underlying dermis
granulosum Three to five layers of flattened granular cells that contains shrunken fibers
Cell cancer Skin cancer that begins in the basal cells
cell carcinoma Caused by uncontrolled growth od abnormal squamous cells
burn This degree only injures the epidermis

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Strands of tough fibrous, waterproof kratin proteins are synthesized and stored in the cell
follicle A group of hail develops from a group of epidermal stem cells at the base of a tubelike depression
The outer layer and is composed of the stratified squamous epithelium
The most serious type of skin cancer that starts in cells known as melanocytes
The layer that is below the dermis and connects the skin to the underlying fascia
The half moon-shaped region at the base of the nail plate
Cancer An out of control growth of abnormal cells inn the epidermis
The inner layer that is thicker than the epidermis
layer Insulates and conserves body heat, and it contains the major blood vessels that supply the skin

20 Clues: Corpusle responds to touch • corpusle Responds to vibration • Classified by the extent of tissue damage • burn This degree only injures the epidermis • The inner layer that is thicker than the epidermis • Cell cancer Skin cancer that begins in the basal cells • The half moon-shaped region at the base of the nail plate • ...

Histology 2014-05-15

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___ cell, inflammatory cell secretes histamine
___-blast, cell actively producing cartilage
space inside hollow organ or vessel
___ muscle, involuntary striated muscle tissue
light/dark banding pattern in some muscle tissue
___-crine, duct-glands
tree-ring like layers of bone cells
death of tissues from lack of blood and often with infection
fibrosis results in this abnormal healing result
multi-layered epithelium
___ muscle, voluntary striated muscle tissue
sheath of connective tissue around cartilage
___ cell, produces mucus
___ cartilage, forms structure of nose, trachea, joint surfaces
tall shaped cells
pathological death of tissue
tissue forming linings and glands
programmed cell death
dry protein on skin surface
___-blast, cell that produces collagen

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___-cyte, fat cell
___ muscle, involuntary non-striated muscle tissue
square/roundish shaped cells
___-cyte, white blood cell
study of tissues
___ holes or cavities where cartilage or bone cells reside
single-layered epithelium
most common primary tissue type
most abundant protein in body
material that cells and fibers are embedded in
___ cells, protect and nourish neurons
___-oma, tumor of connective tissue origin
flat-shaped cells
___-cyte, red blood cell
neuronal cell branch/process that acts as transmitter
ground substance in cartilage
___-crine, glands that secrete hormones
___-oma, tumor of epithelial tissue origin
tissue damage due to lack of blood supply
shrinkage of tissue
liquid ground substance of blood
___-cyte, mature bone cell

42 Clues: study of tissues • flat-shaped cells • tall shaped cells • ___-cyte, fat cell • shrinkage of tissue • programmed cell death • ___-crine, duct-glands • multi-layered epithelium • ___-cyte, red blood cell • ___ cell, produces mucus • single-layered epithelium • ___-cyte, white blood cell • ___-cyte, mature bone cell • dry protein on skin surface • square/roundish shaped cells • ...

Routt Cells III Mitochondria and Chloroplasts 2024-01-29

Routt Cells III Mitochondria and Chloroplasts crossword puzzle

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The cristae increase the _____ _____ of the inner membrane.
_____ are found in eukaryotic cells that perform photosynthesis.
Mitochondria and chloroplasts are made of a _____ membrane.
Organelles are made of _____.
Cell which use more energy have _____ mitochondria.
Plants and _____ have chloroplasts.
The matrix contains _____ and DNA.
The release of energy in cells is called _____ _____.
Green pigment.
process where material is wrapped by a piece of membrane as it enters a cell.
The energy source for photosynthesis.
What we call the DNA inside a mitochondrion.
This is the semi-fluid material inside a chloroplast.
The disc-like sacs of chloroplasts' inner-most membrane are called _____.
The inner membrane of the mitochondria is for attachment of _____.

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The chloroplasts' double membrane surrounds a _____ inner-most membrane.
If a cell is like a city, then a chloroplast is like a _____ _____.
Only _____ cells have organelles.
The double membranes are arranged _____ and outer.
_____ gas is a byproduct of photosynthesis.
Mitochondria and Chloroplasts are _____.
This is a stack of thylakoids.
Fat cells have _____ mitochondria than other cells.
Chloroplasts perform _____.
A fold in the inner membrane of the mitochondria.
Mitochondria release _____.
Organelles are _____ of cells.
Almost _____ eukaryotic cells have mitochondria.
situation in which one organism lives inside another organism.
The mitochondrion is the "_____" of the cell.
The semi-fluid material inside a mitochondrion.
What sugar is a product of photosynthesis?

32 Clues: Green pigment. • Chloroplasts perform _____. • Mitochondria release _____. • Organelles are made of _____. • This is a stack of thylakoids. • Organelles are _____ of cells. • Only _____ cells have organelles. • The matrix contains _____ and DNA. • Plants and _____ have chloroplasts. • The energy source for photosynthesis. • Mitochondria and Chloroplasts are _____. • ...

Skin Cancer (article) crossword 2024-01-12

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Cancer A disease that involves the growth of abnormal cells in your skin tissues.
A lotion that is rubbed on the skin to protect it from the sun
a small, often slightly raised blemish on the skin made dark by a high concentration of melanin.
oncologist gives you medications to train your immune system to kill cancer cells.
therapy strong beams of energy to kill cancer cells or keep them from growing and dividing.
keratosis precancerous skin growths that are rough, scaly, dark pink-to-brown patches..
blistering and peeling of the skin caused by overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun.
Light from the sun
produce melanin, a brown pigment that gives your skin its color and protects against some of the sun’s damaging UV rays.
To relieve a person of the symptoms of a disease or condition.

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dermatologist uses liquid nitrogen to freeze skin cancer.
a sample of tissue is removed and sent to a laboratory where a pathologist examines it under a microscope.
forms in cells called melanocytes.
radiation with shorter wave lengths than visible light
A doctor who examines skin
an operation in which an organ or tissue is transplanted.
The travel and spread of cancer cells
cell carcinoma forms in your basal cells in the lower part of your epidermis (the outside layer of your skin).
Noncancerouserous, Doesn’t spread or cause harm
cell carcinoma forms in your squamous cells in the outside layer of your skin.

20 Clues: Light from the sun • A doctor who examines skin • forms in cells called melanocytes. • The travel and spread of cancer cells • Noncancerouserous, Doesn’t spread or cause harm • radiation with shorter wave lengths than visible light • dermatologist uses liquid nitrogen to freeze skin cancer. • an operation in which an organ or tissue is transplanted. • ...

Skeletal Muscles 2024-07-12

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Bundles of muscle cells
Vesicles inside the axon terminal containing acetylcholine
Protein in thin filaments
Middle of each Aband
Part of the motor neuron connecting to the muscle fiber
Polarized state of a muscle fiber when not being stimulated
Connective tissue between bones and muscles
Connective tissue around the entire muscle
Connective tissue around fascicles
Connect neighboring filaments
tubes of the sarcolemma extending deep into the cell
Second name for muscle cells
Plasma membrane of a muscle cell
Contains myofilaments; contractile unit of a muscle cell
Elongated cells with multiple nuclei with visible striations
Space between the axon terminal and the motor end plate of the sarcolemma
Areas of thick filaments; dark in color
Spindle shaped cells with a single, central nucleus and no visible striations

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Electric impulse that depolarizes a muscle fiber and causes it to contract
Endoplasmic reticulum of a muscle cell; surrounds myofibrils
Intracellular fluid
Thick and thin filaments in myofibrils
Folded part of the sarcolemma that interacts with the motor neuron
In thin filaments; connects myofibrils
In between two Z lines
Sacs of calcium ions
Connective tissue around muscle cells; electrically insulates cells from one another
T tubule between two adjacent terminal cisternae
Areas of thin filaments; light in color
Branching cells with a single peripheral nucleus and visible striations
Neuron that stimulates contraction of muscle fibers
Protein in thick filaments

32 Clues: Intracellular fluid • Middle of each Aband • Sacs of calcium ions • In between two Z lines • Bundles of muscle cells • Protein in thin filaments • Protein in thick filaments • Second name for muscle cells • Connect neighboring filaments • Plasma membrane of a muscle cell • Connective tissue around fascicles • Thick and thin filaments in myofibrils • ...

Intro to Biology UNIT REVIEW! 2022-02-07

Intro to Biology UNIT REVIEW! crossword puzzle

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Photosynthesis waste products= ___ & glucose
Greek for "the study of"
When spindle fibers pull chromosomes apart
Exact OPPOSITE formula of cellular respiration
Cell part: Where ATP is made
How cells reproduce
When cells split into two new cells

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Cell part: Internal "jelly" filling
Cell part: where photosynthesis happens
___ cells can turn into any other type of cell
When chromosomes line up along the middle
Contains cell DNA
Balance; cells must maintain to stay alive
A group of tissues working together
Greek word for "Life"

15 Clues: Contains cell DNA • How cells reproduce • Greek word for "Life" • Greek for "the study of" • Cell part: Where ATP is made • Cell part: Internal "jelly" filling • A group of tissues working together • When cells split into two new cells • Cell part: where photosynthesis happens • When chromosomes line up along the middle • When spindle fibers pull chromosomes apart • ...

Lymphocytes 2021-08-20

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Glycoproteins produced by plasma cells
White blood cell
Mature in bone marrow
formed a clone from one cell
Small proteins mainly secreted by T-cells
cloned from one or a few molecules

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contains one or more chains of amino acids
Organism or virus that causes disease
Measuring unit of lymphocytes
T-cells mature in this organ
Host protein displays antigen fragment
Binds to an antigen receptor
Mature in the thymus
derived from many clones
Elicits B or T cell response

15 Clues: White blood cell • Mature in the thymus • Mature in bone marrow • derived from many clones • T-cells mature in this organ • Binds to an antigen receptor • Elicits B or T cell response • formed a clone from one cell • Measuring unit of lymphocytes • cloned from one or a few molecules • Organism or virus that causes disease • Glycoproteins produced by plasma cells • ...

Sponges 2022-11-03

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Classification due to spongy textures
any of small calcareous or siliceous bodies embedded among cells
Resistant fibers of a sponge
Tube like cell of sponges
Animals that lack a backbone
Attached to the bottom or surface
A large opening in lots of sponges
transport food and oxygen

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Release eggs or sperm in water
No symmetry
Change during embryological development
Animal that feeds on suspended particles
Suspension feeders
Food trapping cells of sponges
a free swimming larva

15 Clues: No symmetry • Suspension feeders • a free swimming larva • Tube like cell of sponges • transport food and oxygen • Resistant fibers of a sponge • Animals that lack a backbone • Release eggs or sperm in water • Food trapping cells of sponges • Attached to the bottom or surface • A large opening in lots of sponges • Classification due to spongy textures • ...

Cell Cycle Vocab 2022-11-07

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Each half of a chromosome
Cells skip checkpoints and divide uncontrollably
Chromatin condenses into chromosomes
When sister chromatids separate
2 parents create offspring that are different
Complete separation of new cells; last phase
Cancer that spreads

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Resulting cells from cell division
Stops the cell cycle to check for damage
1 parent create offspring that are identical
A body cell
Organelle that sends out spindle fibers
Chromosomes line up in the middle of cell
The abnormal growth of tissue
Unspecialized cell with no specific job

15 Clues: A body cell • Cancer that spreads • Each half of a chromosome • The abnormal growth of tissue • When sister chromatids separate • Resulting cells from cell division • Chromatin condenses into chromosomes • Organelle that sends out spindle fibers • Unspecialized cell with no specific job • Stops the cell cycle to check for damage • Chromosomes line up in the middle of cell • ...

Unit 10 Med Terms 2022-11-28

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bone marrow
formation of bone marrow
excessive amount of fats in the blood
destruction of (red) blood cells
increase in white blood cells
pertaining to the spleen
physicians who studies and treats diseases of the blood

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excision of the adenoids
tumor in a lymphatic vessel
formation of red blood cells
tumor of the thymus gland
excision of the tonsils
process in which some of the white blood cells destroy the invading microorganism and old cells
rapid flow of blood
agent that slows down the clotting process

15 Clues: bone marrow • rapid flow of blood • excision of the tonsils • excision of the adenoids • formation of bone marrow • pertaining to the spleen • tumor of the thymus gland • tumor in a lymphatic vessel • formation of red blood cells • increase in white blood cells • destruction of (red) blood cells • excessive amount of fats in the blood • agent that slows down the clotting process • ...

faroh crossword 2015-03-14

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is the lower chamber
blood cells are the largest type of blood cells
carry blood back into the heart
is carries around the body by the cardiovascular system
use for exchange gas
is the upper chamber
is a waste substance made in the liver
is another name for body's transportation system

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carry blood away from the heart
pump blood around the body
blood cells are also calls erythrocytes
is produce by respiration in the body's cells
is the protein that carries oxygen
made red blood cells look bright red
is mostly water with other dissolved substances
are important for blood clotting

16 Clues: is the lower chamber • use for exchange gas • is the upper chamber • pump blood around the body • carry blood away from the heart • carry blood back into the heart • are important for blood clotting • is the protein that carries oxygen • made red blood cells look bright red • is a waste substance made in the liver • blood cells are also calls erythrocytes • ...

The Lymphatics System 2022-03-27

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tears and sweat(two words)
fluid that aids in detoxification
antibodies produced outside of the body,injected into the body (two words)
T cells and B cells (two words)
enlarged lymph nodes (two words)
stores iron & gets rid of worn red blood cells
Inflammatory reaction and WBCs (two words)

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traps bacteria & disease causing microorganisms(two words)
natural 1st line of defense
acquired defense that kicks in 4-7 days after infection
monitors intestional bacterial growth
produces hormones
helps to fight off infection & cancer cells
are filled with white blood cells (two words)
lymphatic organ that filters blood
remove bacteria from the body
swelling due to poor lymph drainage

17 Clues: produces hormones • tears and sweat(two words) • natural 1st line of defense • remove bacteria from the body • T cells and B cells (two words) • enlarged lymph nodes (two words) • fluid that aids in detoxification • lymphatic organ that filters blood • swelling due to poor lymph drainage • monitors intestional bacterial growth • Inflammatory reaction and WBCs (two words) • ...

Plant & Animal Cells 2024-12-10

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Formed by systems working together
Jelly-like layer that makes up most of the cells
Found in the green parts of cells
Makes up cell walls
Places where proteins are made
Filled with a watery solution of sugars & salts.
Controls the cells activities
Controls what substances enter and leave the cell.
Can be seen without a microscope

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Can only be seen with a microscope
Formed by groups of tissues working together
Made up from many cells
Formed by groups of cells working together
Material that has hereditary information
Has only one cell
When cells are changed for a particular function
Powerhouse of the cell

17 Clues: Has only one cell • Makes up cell walls • Powerhouse of the cell • Made up from many cells • Controls the cells activities • Places where proteins are made • Can be seen without a microscope • Found in the green parts of cells • Can only be seen with a microscope • Formed by systems working together • Material that has hereditary information • ...

Cell Crossword Puzzle 2022-09-08

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This organelle is in both cells, it is the control center for the cell.
This organelle is in both cells, it assists in the production, processing, and transport of proteins and production of lipids.
This organelle is in both cells, it regulates what goes in and out of the cell.
This organelle is in both cells, it packages and distributes proteins.
This organelle is in both cells, it produces enzymes, that digest wastes, cell parts, and "foreign invaders."
This organelle is in both cells, it converts sugar into cell energy.

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This organelle is in both cells, it makes the proteins by putting together chains of amino acids.
This organelle is in both cells, it stores food, water, and enzymes. Its size varies on the type of cell.
This organelle is in both cells, it controls traits such as color and height. It is also known as DNA.
This organelle is in both cells, it is a jelly-like substance that contains other organelles.
This organelle is in both cells, it organizes the microtubules that serve as the cell's skeletal system.
This organelle is only in plant cells, it provides protection for the cell and gives the cell its shape.
This organelle is only found in plant cells, it captures radiant energy from the sun.

13 Clues: This organelle is in both cells, it converts sugar into cell energy. • This organelle is in both cells, it packages and distributes proteins. • This organelle is in both cells, it is the control center for the cell. • This organelle is in both cells, it regulates what goes in and out of the cell. • ...

Cell crossword puzzle 2021-11-18

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fills each cell and is enclosed by the
small and dense
plastid that contains chlorophyll
transports and modifies proteins in eukaryotic cells
break down excess or worn-out cell parts
Also known as the nuclear envelope

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an organelle found in large numbers in most cells
help sequester waste products
found in both plants and animal cell
A thread-like structure
Found in all cells
structural layer surrounding some types of cells
factory for protein synthesis in cells
Pores in the nuclear membrane
found in continuous membrane organelle

15 Clues: small and dense • Found in all cells • A thread-like structure • help sequester waste products • Pores in the nuclear membrane • plastid that contains chlorophyll • Also known as the nuclear envelope • found in both plants and animal cell • fills each cell and is enclosed by the • factory for protein synthesis in cells • found in continuous membrane organelle • ...

Cell crossword puzzle 2021-11-18

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an organelle found in large numbers in most cells
structural layer surrounding some types of cells
factory for protein synthesis in cells
found in continuous membrane organelle
Pores in the nuclear membrane
Found in all cells
A thread-like structure

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small and dense
Also known as the nuclear envelope
help sequester waste products
transports and modifies proteins in eukaryotic cells
break down excess or worn-out cell parts
plastid that contains chlorophyll
found in both plants and animal cell
fills each cell and is enclosed by the

15 Clues: small and dense • Found in all cells • A thread-like structure • help sequester waste products • Pores in the nuclear membrane • plastid that contains chlorophyll • Also known as the nuclear envelope • found in both plants and animal cell • factory for protein synthesis in cells • found in continuous membrane organelle • fills each cell and is enclosed by the • ...

Cell Structure and Function 2013-09-22

Cell Structure and Function crossword puzzle

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propel the cell itself
tiny dark bodies made of proteins
transitional area for vesicles
"factory area" of a cell
creating ATP (energy)
rod-shaped bodies that lie at right angles
demolition site in cells and breaks down bodies
Directs chemical reactions in cells

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stores all of the cells proteins
assemble ribosomes
builds materials of the cellular membranes
A cells “bones and muscles"
increase the cell’s surface area for absorption
stores and transports the cells products
move substances along a cell’s surface

15 Clues: assemble ribosomes • creating ATP (energy) • propel the cell itself • "factory area" of a cell • A cells “bones and muscles" • transitional area for vesicles • stores all of the cells proteins • tiny dark bodies made of proteins • Directs chemical reactions in cells • move substances along a cell’s surface • stores and transports the cells products • ...

Blood 2013-12-19

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red cells have a large… 7&4
found in blood needed for respiration, absorbed in SI
type of cell that makes antibodies
main function of blood
waste material in plasma
colour of cells that makes antibodies
chemical symbol for poisonous gas that irreversibly binds to pigment in red blood cell
red cells don’t have one

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mostly water
carried by red cells
colour of deoxygenated blood
pigment in red cells
a red cell has 2 of these
involved in blood clotting
cell which engulfs foreign material

15 Clues: mostly water • carried by red cells • pigment in red cells • main function of blood • waste material in plasma • red cells don’t have one • a red cell has 2 of these • involved in blood clotting • red cells have a large… 7&4 • colour of deoxygenated blood • type of cell that makes antibodies • cell which engulfs foreign material • colour of cells that makes antibodies • ...

Science Review 2023-02-23

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structure that extends from centrioles
acronym for mitosis stages
tumor that cells cannot spread to other body parts
cluster of cells with uncontrolled mitosis
chromosomes align along the center of cell
carries extra genes
chromatids being pulled apart by spindle fibers
stage of cell cycle when cell splits

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cell splits into two daughter cells
nucleus rebuilds around chromatids
asexual reproduction, creates new bacteria
movement of bacterial DNA via a virus
cells with damaged DNA
cancer cells spreading throughout body
first phase of mitosis

15 Clues: carries extra genes • cells with damaged DNA • first phase of mitosis • acronym for mitosis stages • nucleus rebuilds around chromatids • cell splits into two daughter cells • stage of cell cycle when cell splits • movement of bacterial DNA via a virus • structure that extends from centrioles • cancer cells spreading throughout body • asexual reproduction, creates new bacteria • ...

Life Science Crosswords! 2023-02-03

Life Science Crosswords! crossword puzzle

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Powerhouse of the cell
No Cell wall
Bigger cell with a nucleus
Holds the DNA
Help make the cells function
The virus you get from the Asian Tiger Mosquito

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Smaller cell with no nucleus
destroys viruses
No Centrioles
The gooey stuff in the cells
has antigens
A group of cells that work together to do a specific task.
The acronym for Grow, Reproduce, Adapt, Cells and Energy
a system of the body that fights diseases
The basic unit of all living things

15 Clues: has antigens • No Cell wall • No Centrioles • Holds the DNA • destroys viruses • Powerhouse of the cell • Bigger cell with a nucleus • Smaller cell with no nucleus • The gooey stuff in the cells • Help make the cells function • The basic unit of all living things • a system of the body that fights diseases • The virus you get from the Asian Tiger Mosquito • ...

Body Systems 2025-11-18

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Stores food, water, waste products, and materials
Relationship between cells and living things
Cell changes shape and engulfs a particle
The diffusion of water
Second step of cell division
Tool that makes small objects look bigger
What everything is made up of
First step of cell division

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Structure that carries out function in cells
Molecules move from high to low concentration
Surrounding layer of plant cells
Cell changes shape and releases waste
Third step of cell cycle
Directs cells activity and hold DNA
"Power house of the cell"

15 Clues: The diffusion of water • Third step of cell cycle • "Power house of the cell" • First step of cell division • Second step of cell division • What everything is made up of • Surrounding layer of plant cells • Directs cells activity and hold DNA • Cell changes shape and releases waste • Cell changes shape and engulfs a particle • Tool that makes small objects look bigger • ...

faroh crossword 2015-03-14

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is mostly water with other dissolved substances
is the protein that carries oxygen
are important for blood clotting
is another name for body's transportation system
is a waste substance made in the liver
is the lower chamber
blood cells are the largest type of blood cells

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use for exchange gas
made red blood cells look bright red
is the upper chamber
is carries around the body by the cardiovascular system
pump blood around the body
is produce by respiration in the body's cells
carry blood away from the heart
blood cells are also calls erythrocytes
carry blood back into the heart

16 Clues: use for exchange gas • is the upper chamber • is the lower chamber • pump blood around the body • carry blood away from the heart • carry blood back into the heart • are important for blood clotting • is the protein that carries oxygen • made red blood cells look bright red • is a waste substance made in the liver • blood cells are also calls erythrocytes • ...

Life Science: Cells, Cell Processes & Body Systems 2021-05-24

Life Science: Cells, Cell Processes & Body Systems crossword puzzle

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rigid outer layer found only in plant cells
digests or breaks down worn out cell parts
produced during photosynthesis; waste product
storage generally larger in plant cells
system that brings air into the body and removes carbon dioxide
powerhouse of the cell
the basic structure and function of living things
system that begins at the mouth
system that consists of nerves, brain, and spinal cord
permeable substances can pass through the cell membrane while others cannot
jelly like substance inside the cell holding the organelles
systems that includes skin, hair, regulates body temperature

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process by which cells convert glucose into energy
process by which plants make their own food
when cell membrane surrounds a vesicle to be removed from the cell
chlorophyll gives plants this color
system that includes heart and blood vessels
the control center of the cell
sugar
cells that have a nucleus
system that protects major organs and provides overall support
cells that do not have a nucleus

22 Clues: sugar • powerhouse of the cell • cells that have a nucleus • the control center of the cell • system that begins at the mouth • cells that do not have a nucleus • chlorophyll gives plants this color • storage generally larger in plant cells • digests or breaks down worn out cell parts • rigid outer layer found only in plant cells • process by which plants make their own food • ...

Immunity & Infectious Disease Review Crossword 2021-10-25

Immunity & Infectious Disease Review Crossword crossword puzzle

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kingdom that the plasmodium parasite belongs to.
T cell mainly affected by the HIV virus
antigen presenting phagocyte.
type of lymphocyte that destroys infected cells.
parasite spread by the Anopheles mosquito
medium used to select for hybridoma cells (must use capitals).
antibodies originating from a single original white blood cell.
cell that produces antibodies.
cells produced by the specific immune response which prevent secondary infection.
receptor on one of the T-lymphocyte cells that allows HIV to enter the cell.
short-lived white blood cell and part of the non-specific immune response.
immunity in which antibodies are produced.
stimulates an immune response.
response involving B-lymphocytes and the production of antibodies.

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a form of natural passive immunity.
cell produced by fusing spleen cells with a cancer cell.
type of cancer cell used to produce hybridomas.
disease eradicated on May 8, 1980.
bacterial infection of the lungs.
artificial active immunity.

20 Clues: artificial active immunity. • antigen presenting phagocyte. • cell that produces antibodies. • stimulates an immune response. • bacterial infection of the lungs. • disease eradicated on May 8, 1980. • a form of natural passive immunity. • T cell mainly affected by the HIV virus • parasite spread by the Anopheles mosquito • immunity in which antibodies are produced. • ...

Tumors of CNS and PNS 2024-02-05

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Benign tumor of the pituitary gland
Tumor arising from the ependymal cells lining the ventricles of the brain.
Tumor originating from Schwann cells of peripheral nerves
Benign tumor of nerve sheath cells
Brain tumor derived from oligodendrocytes.
Primary brain tumor derived from astrocytes.
Rare tumor typically found in bones or soft tissues.
Noncancerous tumor affecting the vestibulocochlear nerve.
Tumor arising from the pineal gland.
Tumor with both neuronal and glial components

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Vascular tumor often found in the cerebellum or spinal cord.
Spread of cancer cells from one part of the body to another.
Rare tumor near the pituitary gland affecting the sellar region.
Rare tumor arising from remnants of the notochord.
Cancer of the meninges, the protective layers surrounding the CNS
Aggressive and malignant form of glioma.
Tumor arising from the meninges of the brain or spinal cord.
Cancerous tumor arising in nerve tissue, usually in children
Common brain tumor originating from glial cells.
Highly malignant tumor that usually occurs in the cerebellum.

20 Clues: Benign tumor of nerve sheath cells • Benign tumor of the pituitary gland • Tumor arising from the pineal gland. • Aggressive and malignant form of glioma. • Brain tumor derived from oligodendrocytes. • Primary brain tumor derived from astrocytes. • Tumor with both neuronal and glial components • Common brain tumor originating from glial cells. • ...

Body Tissues 2022-10-30

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most abundant connective tissue fiber
eases joint movement; firm but flexible support
involuntary
connects tissues and organs together
bone
outer layer of cells
dense connective tissue attach bone to bone
multiple layers
between epithelium/connective tissue
continuous sheet of tightly packed cells
can differentiate into many specialized cells
fiber made of protein called elastin
protects and assists neurons
single layer

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multiple layers and cell shape changes
most widely distributed; is stretchable
cube-shaped cell
scar tissue results
heart muscle
key component of connective tissue
unit that conducts a nervous impulse
functional new tissue replaces damaged ones
liquid matrix surrounding blood cells
skeletal muscle
secretes fluid to prevent friction
modified cells that produce mucus
flat, scale-like cell
fiber that occurs in networks
gives rise to connective and muscle tissue
acts as a storage depo for excess food
dense connective tissue attach muscle to bone
there are three types of this membrane

32 Clues: bone • involuntary • heart muscle • single layer • skeletal muscle • multiple layers • cube-shaped cell • scar tissue results • outer layer of cells • flat, scale-like cell • protects and assists neurons • fiber that occurs in networks • modified cells that produce mucus • key component of connective tissue • secretes fluid to prevent friction • unit that conducts a nervous impulse • ...

Blood Crossword EEF 2023-03-30

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(condition) where blood lacks a clotting factor, can lead to bleeding out/ excessive bleeding
universal recepiant
Side of the body that has deoxygenated blood
Foreign particle, or toxin
universal doner
a machine that spins the blood to prevent from clotting ad separate the blood contents
a white blood cell that consumes ruptured red blood cells
carry blood towards the heart
carry blood away from the heart
substance that prevents clotting
substance that helps clotting
what gives blood its red color?

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formation of blood cells
a red blood cell
side of the body that has oxygenated blood
shape of red blood cells
a white blood cell
protein in the blood that binds with iron to carry oxygen molecules
(condition) broad term- cancer of the white blood cells
(condition) misshapen red blood cells that are unable to carry adequate oxygen
is the collection of blood from a superficial vein

21 Clues: universal doner • a red blood cell • a white blood cell • universal recepiant • formation of blood cells • shape of red blood cells • Foreign particle, or toxin • carry blood towards the heart • substance that helps clotting • carry blood away from the heart • what gives blood its red color? • substance that prevents clotting • side of the body that has oxygenated blood • ...

Cell Division Crossword Puzzle 2024-03-06

Cell Division Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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Dissolves and lets chromosomes move around the cell
Division of the parent cell cytoplasm
Pinches and separates an animal cell into 2 daughter cells
Period where dna is replicated
Chromatin condenses and chromosomes become visible
Forms to separate two daughter cells
Cytoplasm of the cell is divided in half
Forms in the middle of a plant cell to separate two daughter cells
Dissolves during prophase
Connects to chromosomes in metaphase

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Protein that makes up spindle fibers
Two connected and identical copes of a chromosome
Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell
2 nuclei are formed and chromosomes uncoil back into chromatin
What is the end product of mitosis
Cell divides and makes two identical cells
Spindle fibers pull chromosome copies apart to opposite sides
Cell reproduction where a mother cell divides into 2 daughter cells
Period of cell growth before the dna is duplicated
Two identical sister chromatids are connected by this

20 Clues: Dissolves during prophase • Period where dna is replicated • What is the end product of mitosis • Protein that makes up spindle fibers • Forms to separate two daughter cells • Connects to chromosomes in metaphase • Division of the parent cell cytoplasm • Cytoplasm of the cell is divided in half • Cell divides and makes two identical cells • ...

Muscle Crossword Puzzle Review - Tamia Levine 2024-04-30

Muscle Crossword Puzzle Review - Tamia Levine crossword puzzle

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Plasma membrane of muscle cells has a special name
the boundary between sarcomeres
Protective cartilage layer at the ends of bones wears down
Fascicles are surrounded by this membrane
Most movable joint and majority of the joints are this type
Have no joint Cavity and are connected with fibrous connective tissu
Known as the heart muscle or myocardium
Collection of cells that are excitable
Pacemaker cells of our hearts
Joints connected entirely by cartilage

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Functional unit inside of a muscle fiber
Muscle cells and fibers are surrounded by this membrane
Each muscle cells/fiber has smaller fibers with it called:
Muscle Non-Striated, Involuntary, Found in walls of hollow organs, Single Nucleus, Long weak Contractions
Bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone/ makes too little bone or both
Muscle not under conscious control
Striated, multinucleated, attached to bones via a collection of collagen fibers known as tendons
Muscle under conscious control
Muscle disorder
where thick and thin filaments overlap

20 Clues: Muscle disorder • Pacemaker cells of our hearts • Muscle under conscious control • the boundary between sarcomeres • Muscle not under conscious control • Collection of cells that are excitable • Joints connected entirely by cartilage • where thick and thin filaments overlap • Known as the heart muscle or myocardium • Functional unit inside of a muscle fiber • ...

Cell Growth and Development 2024-07-11

Cell Growth and Development crossword puzzle

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Cell division where 2 daughter cells receive equal genetic material
Release of mature ovum
Division of nucleus
Cell division where 4 haploid cells are produced
Seeds and embryo are developed without fertilization
Method of genetic recombination in bacteria where donor and recipient cells do not come into contact
Cell cycle is dependent on a series of ____ for progression from one stage to another
major signaling molecule in nervous, immune and circulatory systems

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Immunity that is mediated by antibodies
A pair of synapsed homologous chromosome
The X-shaped structures formed by separating chromosomes in Prophase I
Macrophages in liver
The process of division and differentiation to produce spermatozoa
Division of cytoplasm
Opening of the integuments
Fusion of male and female gamete
Asexual reproduction of Amoeba
The phase of nuclear division where chromosomes reach the poles of spindle
Immunity that is mediated by T-cells, macrophages and NK cells
Vegetative propagation is also known as______ propagation

20 Clues: Division of nucleus • Macrophages in liver • Division of cytoplasm • Release of mature ovum • Opening of the integuments • Asexual reproduction of Amoeba • Fusion of male and female gamete • Immunity that is mediated by antibodies • A pair of synapsed homologous chromosome • Cell division where 4 haploid cells are produced • Seeds and embryo are developed without fertilization • ...

The Tissues of the Human body 2023-10-02

The Tissues of the Human body crossword puzzle

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Cells that secrete substances
Nerve cells
Tall and thin, protects underlying tissues
Covers body surfaces, lines body cavities, organs, ducts, and forms glands
Stores fat
Single layer
Change from cuboidal to flat, allows organs to stretch
Generates forces for movement
Flat, Allows for rapid passage of substances through
2 or more layers
single layer that looks like more
Strengthen and support tissues
Found at the joints

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A group of similar cells that work together
Muscle tissue that forms the walls of hollow organs
Contains several kinds of cells
Found in the external ear
Supports nerve cells
Helps with blood clotting
Detects changes and sends nerve impulses
Cube shaped, function in absorption and secretion
Pale yellow fluid with mostly water and dissolved substances
Protects and supports organs, stores energy as fat, provides immunity
Study of tissues
Muscle tissue that forms the heart
Found between the vertebrae
Muscle attached to bones

27 Clues: Stores fat • Nerve cells • Single layer • Study of tissues • 2 or more layers • Found at the joints • Supports nerve cells • Muscle attached to bones • Found in the external ear • Helps with blood clotting • Found between the vertebrae • Cells that secrete substances • Generates forces for movement • Strengthen and support tissues • Contains several kinds of cells • ...

Epithelial Tissues 2024-09-12

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tissue that looks layered but is not
system of the body where simple columnar is found
tall skinny cells for absorption
type of cell that makes mucus
one layer of flat cells
tissue that expands
organ that has transitional tissue
tissue healing needs a good supply of this
stay in bloodstream from endocrine gland
stratified squamous does this for the body
organ that is stratified and protects the body
glandular tissue for milk

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tissue that is layered and flat
an exocrine gland in the skin
tiny hairs for capturing dirt and dust
tissue that has goblet cells for mucus
throat organ where stratified squamous is found
flat and thin cells are good for this
organ that holds urine and stretches
where simple cuboidal is found
substance for lubrication
squared cells found in the kidneys
glandular tissue for sweat
where pseudostratified ciliated is found
glandular tissue for hormones

25 Clues: tissue that expands • one layer of flat cells • substance for lubrication • glandular tissue for milk • glandular tissue for sweat • an exocrine gland in the skin • type of cell that makes mucus • glandular tissue for hormones • where simple cuboidal is found • tissue that is layered and flat • tall skinny cells for absorption • squared cells found in the kidneys • ...

Mitosis 2025-03-13

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chromosome a chromosome that consists of two sister chromatids
chromatids two halves of a chromosome that have the same genetic information
carry out functions
Centrioles start pulling on the spindle fibers to pull the sister chromatids apart
phase a repeated pattern of growth, DNA duplication, and cell division that occurs in eukaryotic cells
gametes
The chromosomes condense and become sister chromatids, the centrioles migrate to opposite poles of the cell.
divide nucleus
develop into cells with a specialized function.
phase undergo DNA replication
a loose form of DNA
fibers special proteins that move chromosomes during mitosis
the spot that connects two sister chromatids

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the growth phase
Sister chromatids move toward the middle
divide cytoplasm
The nuclear membrane forms around each new set of chromosomes
a highly condensed (packed) form of DNA
prepare for division
the cell membrane pinches
cells the cells of multicellular organisms lack specialized functions
body cells
organelles that make spindle fibers

23 Clues: gametes • body cells • divide nucleus • the growth phase • divide cytoplasm • carry out functions • a loose form of DNA • prepare for division • the cell membrane pinches • phase undergo DNA replication • organelles that make spindle fibers • a highly condensed (packed) form of DNA • Sister chromatids move toward the middle • the spot that connects two sister chromatids • ...

Gilman's Fall Semester Biology Crossword 2025-01-09

Gilman's Fall Semester Biology Crossword crossword puzzle

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Powerhouse of the cell
Jelly-like substance in cells
X-shaped, DNA-containing structure in cells
Reproduction with one parent
Organelle for digestion and waste
Molecule that stores genetic information
Reproductive cell, sperm or egg
Organism without a nucleus
Chromatids move apart in mitosis
Organelle for protein synthesis
Site of photosynthesis in plants, gives green color
Control center of the cell
Water diffusion across a membrane
Organism made of one cell
Single-stranded genetic molecule

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Organism with a nucleus
Chromosomes align in the middle
Solution causing cell to swell
Organelle for storage in cells
Full set of chromosomes, 2n
Fertilized egg cell
Maintaining internal conditions (temp, blood pressure)
Half the usual chromosome number, n
Solution causing cell to shrink
Final stage of mitosis
First stage of mitosis
Process of cell division producing 2 identical cells
Cell division forming gametes
Solution with equal solute concentration
Organism made of many cells

30 Clues: Fertilized egg cell • Powerhouse of the cell • Final stage of mitosis • First stage of mitosis • Organism with a nucleus • Organism made of one cell • Organism without a nucleus • Control center of the cell • Full set of chromosomes, 2n • Organism made of many cells • Reproduction with one parent • Jelly-like substance in cells • Cell division forming gametes • ...

Endocrine System 2014-10-06

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secreting externally via a duct
hormones that cause chemical changes in other body cells
movement of glucose across the plasma membrane
a tissue that is affected by a specific hormone
metabolic pathway which results in the generation of glucose
second messenger used for intracellular signal transduction
a liver cell
chemical compounds which have physiological roles in the endocrine system
of langerhans pancreatic cells that sense blood sugar levels and release insulin to maintain normal levels
enzyme catalyzes the formation of cyclic AMP from ATP
hormone produced by beat cells, regulates metabolism of carbohydrates

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chemical messengers
hormone that triggers a biochemical reaction at a site removed from its release
a molecule which responds specifically to a particular neurotransmitter/substance
intracellular signalling molecules released by the cell to trigger physiological changes
cells in the pancreas repsonsible for synthesizing and secreting glucagon
the breakdown of glycogen to glucose
cells cells in the pancreas which produce/store/release insulin
the process of glycogen synthesis
collection of glands secrete hormones into bloodstream
cell a cell which has a specific receptor for an antigen/antibody/hormone/drug
secretes noradrenaline and adrenaline
feedback a process which ensures changes are reversed and returned back to the set level
a polysccaharide thats serves as a form of energy storage in animals and fungi
hormone produced by alpha cells of the pancreas, raises conc of glucose in bloodstream
hormone/neurotransmitter produced in high stress situations

26 Clues: a liver cell • chemical messengers • secreting externally via a duct • the process of glycogen synthesis • the breakdown of glycogen to glucose • secretes noradrenaline and adrenaline • movement of glucose across the plasma membrane • a tissue that is affected by a specific hormone • enzyme catalyzes the formation of cyclic AMP from ATP • ...

Chapter 2 Vocabulary 2023-09-18

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means toward the lower part of the body
cavity, surrounds and protects the heart and lungs
stem cell, also known as somatic stem cells
cavity, the space formed by the hip bones
cavity, surrounds and protects the spinal cord
the direction or toward the side of the body
the microscopic study of the structure
region, located below the stomach
controls the activities of the cell & helps the cell divide
connective tissue, supports both nerve cells and blood cells
right upper quadrant
the specialized epithelial tissue that forms the epidermis
the study of the structures of the body
the study of the anatomy, physiology, pathology and chemistry of the cell
tissue, contains cells with specialized ability to contact and relax

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refers to the back of the organ or body
situated farthest from the midline or beginning of a body structure
cavity, located within the skull, surrounds & protects the brain
toward the head, opposite of caudal
cavity, contains the major organs of digestion.
situated in the front
tissue, contains cells with the specialized ability to conduct electrical impulses
study of the functions of the structures of the body
genetic structure located within the nucleus of each cell
process of maintaining constant internal environment
uppermost, above, or toward the head
the material within the cell membrane
gene, inherited from either parent & offspring will inherit
stem cells, these cells can grow rapidly
tissue, also known as fat

30 Clues: right upper quadrant • situated in the front • tissue, also known as fat • region, located below the stomach • toward the head, opposite of caudal • uppermost, above, or toward the head • the material within the cell membrane • the microscopic study of the structure • refers to the back of the organ or body • means toward the lower part of the body • ...

Exam #2 Review 2023-08-09

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travel to lymph nodes to activate virgin T cells
activated Th cells or CTLs
concept of how some class I MHC molecules can present exogenous antigens
process that increases the affinity of BCRs for their cognate antigen
signaling proteins that only act locally
process in which CTL kills target cell with the help of IgG antibody
class I MHC molecules display fragments of _____ proteins
protein chippers
default antibody class
class II MHC molecules display fragments of _____ proteins
amplifies signal from TCRs to nucleus
enzymatic contents of cell are released into surroundings
dendritic cells belong to the _____ immune system

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process in which B cell antibody type changes
control the movements of lymphocytes in a lymph node
complex of proteins with cytoplasmic tails for signaling
secondary lymphoid organ that filters blood
cell that has properties of both NK and T cells
test performed by cTECs in thymus
cell that displays tissue-specific proteins
occurs when virgin T cell does not receive second co-stimulatory signal
type of CD4 Th cell that dampens the immune response
MALT that contains M cells
enzymatic contents are enclosed in vesicles
test performed by either mTECs or TDCs in thymus
occurs through BCR clustering
clip onto class II MHC molecules to assist helper T cells
secondary lymphoid follicle
clip onto class I MHC molecules to assist killer T cells

29 Clues: protein chippers • default antibody class • activated Th cells or CTLs • MALT that contains M cells • secondary lymphoid follicle • occurs through BCR clustering • test performed by cTECs in thymus • amplifies signal from TCRs to nucleus • signaling proteins that only act locally • secondary lymphoid organ that filters blood • cell that displays tissue-specific proteins • ...

Biofilms 2023-11-11

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2nd, bacteria gather on a surface and secrete EPS
growth when cells in a dying colony consume the dead for nutrients
3rd, bacteria multiply and the EPS grows
another name for a biofilm (we see it on our teeth)
one cell splitting into two cells (vertical gene transfer)
4th, bacteria start to break off from the colony to form new biofilms
2nd phase of growth, when bacteria are multiplying exponentially
in this 3rd phase of growth, the # of new cells = # of dying cells
1st phase after inoculation, when bacteria are making the proteins they need to survive on a surface
bacteria communicate this way
4th phase of growth, when a bacterial colony runs out of nutrients

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made of repeating macromolecules, composed of many repeating molecules
a group of bacteria attached to each other and to a surface
cells in a biofilm can induce this to make their colony light up
the population density necessary to get something done as a group
stationary, fixed in one place
a sticky substance made of proteins, polysaccharides, and nucleic acids
cells in a biofilm can signal each other to start this process of making endospores
outside the cell
a molecule that can "turn on" an operon by changing the shape of a repressor protein
1st, bacteria stop swimming and settle on a surface
proteins that cells in a biofilm can induce each other to make
free-floating or swimming (like algae do)

23 Clues: outside the cell • bacteria communicate this way • stationary, fixed in one place • 3rd, bacteria multiply and the EPS grows • free-floating or swimming (like algae do) • 2nd, bacteria gather on a surface and secrete EPS • another name for a biofilm (we see it on our teeth) • 1st, bacteria stop swimming and settle on a surface • ...

ESGUERRA, Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia 2022-04-04

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Generally consist of acini, sheets, columns, or cords of epithelial tumour cells.
Malignant tumor of the testis.
Is the ectopic islands of normal tissue; a congenital anomaly consisting of a heterotopic rest of cells.
Agents which can induce tumors
Is lack of differentiation and is a characteristic feature of most malignant tumors.
A benign tumor arising in fibrous tissue.
When two types of tumors are combined in the same tumor
Defined as the gross and microscopic degree of differentiation of the tumor.
It means new growth.
This have mesenchymal tumor cells arranged as interlacing bundles, fasicles or whorls, lying separated from each other usually by the intercellular matrix substance such as hyaline material in leiomyoma.

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Often have none or little stromal support.
Just like cellular pleomorphism, the nuclei too, show variation in size and shape in malignant tumor cells.
A benign tumor arising from cartilages.
A group of malignant tumors which arise from embryonal or partially differentiated cells which would normally form blastema of the organs and tissue during embryogenesis.
Carcinomas that grow in a glandular pattern.
Malignant neoplasms of epithelial cells
Means extent of spread of the tumor within the patient.
Is benign tumor which is made of mature but disorganized cells of tissues indigenous to the particular organ
The branch of science dealing with the study of neoplasms or tumors; (oncos=tumor, logos=study).
The common or collective term used for all malignant tumors.

20 Clues: It means new growth. • Malignant tumor of the testis. • Agents which can induce tumors • A benign tumor arising from cartilages. • Malignant neoplasms of epithelial cells • A benign tumor arising in fibrous tissue. • Often have none or little stromal support. • Carcinomas that grow in a glandular pattern. • Means extent of spread of the tumor within the patient. • ...

Module 2 - Lesson 2.1 Daily Assignment 1: Integumentary Crossword 2025-02-26

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Cell shape that is tall and cylindrical.
The skin is also called the cutaneous membrane.
The outermost layer of the skin.
Modified cells containing secretory vesicles that produce large quantities of mucus.
Substance that gives hair and skin its color.
Gland that secretes its product into ducts.
Type of cell that can differentiate into a number of different cells.
Oily substance produced by sebaceous glands.
Inflammation of the skin characterized by itching and redness.
The most widespread and most varied of all the tissues.
The inner, deeper layer of the skin.
Flattened cells making up the skin’s outermost layer.

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Dense, cord-like tissues that attach muscles to bones.
Excessive hair loss.
Dense connective tissue band or sheet that binds organs and muscles together.
Gland that secretes its product directly into the bloodstream.
Tissue that lacks blood vessels and depends on underlying connective tissue for oxygen and nutrients.
Dead tissue resulting from a burn.
Key component of connective tissue.
Ear wax.
The body’s most abundant protein.
Cord-like tissues that attach bones to bones.
Cell shape that is flat and plate-like.
The outermost layer of the epidermis is called the stratum corneum.
Tissue that has multiple layers in which some cells don’t touch the basement membrane.
Tissue dominated by fat cells.
Groups of cells that perform a common function.

Paige Friedman's Organelles Puzzle 2018-11-06

Paige Friedman's Organelles Puzzle crossword puzzle

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The job or task the object completes
follows orders to make protein chains
only in plant cells and supports the cell helping give it shape
store nutrition,water and wast
Able to perform all the necessary functions to stay alive in a cell
these cells are shaped like rectangles
Lysosome
It's the "brain" of the cell
The physical description of the object(shape,size,etc)
shaped like a kidney bean and the powerhouse of a cell
Found on signal celled organisms
provides structure for cell
controls what enters and leaves
digest's the nutrition for a cell

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these cells are shaped like circles
Combines simple molecules into more complex ones
instructions for other cells to follow usually in reproduction
like a package system
provides the glucose/food for plants
Cell wall
has one or more tails attached to a cell
fills inside of a cell and uses acids to devolve things like sugar for cells use as needed

22 Clues: Lysosome • Cell wall • like a package system • provides structure for cell • It's the "brain" of the cell • store nutrition,water and wast • controls what enters and leaves • Found on signal celled organisms • digest's the nutrition for a cell • these cells are shaped like circles • The job or task the object completes • provides the glucose/food for plants • ...

Skeletal System: Bone Tissue, Anatomy of Long Bone 2013-10-04

Skeletal System: Bone Tissue, Anatomy of Long Bone crossword puzzle

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bone tissue lattice-like appearance; also called cancellous bone
building up of bone tissue
ends of long bone
thin layer of hyaline cartilage at end of long bone; decreases wear & tear
fibrous connective tissue sheet that covers outer surface of bone
growth plate; cartilaginous region in metaphysis
breakdown of bone tissue
where diaphysis meets epiphysis
cells that build bone
thin membrane lining of medullary cavity

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cells that maintain bone tissue
cells that break down bone
another name for bone tissue
cells that all other bone cells are generated from
shaft of long bone
houses yellow bone marrow
the process of self-destruction and then reformation of bone
bone tissue that is dense, with hard matrix
one of the functions of skeletal system; gives bones their strength
small structural beams in cancellous bone; creates a "lattice-work"
unit of bone tissue; consists of concentric rings (lamellae) around a central canal (haversion canal)

21 Clues: ends of long bone • shaft of long bone • cells that build bone • breakdown of bone tissue • houses yellow bone marrow • cells that break down bone • building up of bone tissue • another name for bone tissue • cells that maintain bone tissue • where diaphysis meets epiphysis • thin membrane lining of medullary cavity • bone tissue that is dense, with hard matrix • ...

Introduction to Forensic Serology 2014-04-13

Introduction to Forensic Serology crossword puzzle

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type of antibodies found in the serum of a type A individual
the liquid component of unclotted blood
identical antibodies that react with only one antigen site
a substance that stimulates antibody production in the body
technique using drugs labeled with radioactive tags
white blood cells
the type of testing immunoassays are considered
the study of antigen and antibody reactions

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cells made from a combination of tumor cells and spleen cells
also known as the D antigen
technique of testing blood or urine against specific antibodies
the clumping of blood cells seen during blood typing
red blood cell
the classification system for blood types
protein that destroys an antigen
the founder of blood types
the liquid that separates from blood when it clots
typical animal used to produce antibodies for drug testing, etc
antibodies with a variety of antigen sites they respond to
enzyme multiplied immunoassay technique
one of most common tests using EMIT technology

21 Clues: red blood cell • white blood cells • the founder of blood types • also known as the D antigen • protein that destroys an antigen • the liquid component of unclotted blood • enzyme multiplied immunoassay technique • the classification system for blood types • the study of antigen and antibody reactions • one of most common tests using EMIT technology • ...

The Cell 2014-11-10

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helps organize the cell for division
breaks down and recycles material, cleans up the cell
basic unit of life
found in plant cells, provides support
internal membranes that help assemble lipids
more complex cell, DNA is enclosed in a membrane
small particles of RNA that assemble proteins
first primitive cell, DNA is not enclose by a membrane
structures that work like specialized organs
hair-like projections that help the cell move

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used to store materials such as water, proteins, lipids
converts solar energy into chemical energy
contains the DNA of a cell, controls the cells activities
living material inside the cell, fluid part
cells produce cells, all living things are made of cells
converts stored chemical energy into usable compounds
regulates what can enter and leave the cell
organelle that modifies,sorts,packages proteins
made up of protein filaments, supports cell's shape
largest portion of the nucleus, make ribosomes

20 Clues: basic unit of life • helps organize the cell for division • found in plant cells, provides support • converts solar energy into chemical energy • living material inside the cell, fluid part • regulates what can enter and leave the cell • internal membranes that help assemble lipids • structures that work like specialized organs • ...

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells 2021-10-05

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells crossword puzzle

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the color we labelled the endoplasmic reticulum
only found in plant cells
all cells have a cell __________ that covers and protects the cell
type of cell without a nucleus
an organism made of prokaryotic cells
found inside chloroplasts
the site of protein synthesis
means made of many cells
the kind of eukaryotic cell that always has lysosomes
the fluid inside a cell
an example of a eukaryote (not animal or plant)

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an organism made of eukaryotic cells
the cell _________ is a stiff structure that surrounds the cell membrane
means made of one cell
type of cell with a nucleus
the site of cellular respiration (the powerhouse of the cell)
an example of a prokaryote (not archaea)
spooky, spooky _______________
a slime layer outside the cell wall in a prokaryotic cell
the color we labelled the golgi complex
the kind of eukaryotic cell that has a large central vacuole

21 Clues: means made of one cell • the fluid inside a cell • means made of many cells • only found in plant cells • found inside chloroplasts • type of cell with a nucleus • the site of protein synthesis • spooky, spooky _______________ • type of cell without a nucleus • an organism made of eukaryotic cells • an organism made of prokaryotic cells • the color we labelled the golgi complex • ...

Cell Crossword 2021-11-25

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Surrounds and protects plant cells
Stain used to test for the presence of starch molecules
Transports and repackages
Protein factories
A cell with a nucleus
Sunlight is converted to sugar at this organelle
Organelles located in this liquid
Break down of old cell parts at this location
a group of similar cells that work together to do a specific job in the body
DNA is found here

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Powerhouse of the cell
A cell without a nucleus
Semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cell
First to realize animals are made of cells
Does not contain a cell wall
These cells contain chloroplasts
Heredity material found in the cell
Chemical process that converts sunlight to sugar
Person who named cells
Protein strands that attach to centromere region during M-phase of cell cycle
Division of the nucleus
Movement of water molecules through a selectively-permeable cell membrane
cell
Stores food and water for the cell

24 Clues: cell • Protein factories • DNA is found here • A cell with a nucleus • Powerhouse of the cell • Person who named cells • Division of the nucleus • A cell without a nucleus • Transports and repackages • Does not contain a cell wall • These cells contain chloroplasts • Organelles located in this liquid • Surrounds and protects plant cells • Stores food and water for the cell • ...

Science 2022-11-01

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removal of waste
an organism with multiple cells
the nuclear membrane disintegrates
groupings of organs
taking food in
a living thing made of cells
the cell membrane splits
groupings of tissues
an organism with only 1 cell
cell division into four gametes
what comes out of a chemical formula
the movement of water across the cellular membrane
chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell
cell division into two body cells
the first stage of cell division, the cell's contents duplicate

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converting food into usable energy
what goes in a chemical formula
converting light into food
the movement of food across the cellular membrane
breaking food into smaller pieces
cytoplasm splits
a healthy balance in the blood
groupings of cells
spindles pull one set of chromosomes to one side of the cell and the other set of chromosomes to the other side of the cell
building blocks of life

25 Clues: taking food in • removal of waste • cytoplasm splits • groupings of cells • groupings of organs • groupings of tissues • building blocks of life • the cell membrane splits • converting light into food • a living thing made of cells • an organism with only 1 cell • a healthy balance in the blood • what goes in a chemical formula • an organism with multiple cells • ...

6th Grade Science 2020-10-02

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All of the biotic factors in an ecosystem
The mushroom kingdom
The "brain" of a eukaryotic cell
All bacteria cells
The abiotic and biotic factors in an ecosystem
Kingdom that humans are in
The type of "cellular" that describes all plants and animals
Reproduction that doesn't need parents
Plant cells have a cell ______ in addition to a cell membrane
Plants are _____trophic. They get their food from the sun
The ancient bacteria
A living factor in an ecosystem

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Animals are hetero_____. They must find food to eat.
A cell with a nucleus
All living things are made of _______.
All bacteria, some fungi and some protists
A group of the same species in an ecosystem
The most specific level of taxonomy
Archaea, Eubacteria, and Eukarya
The "skin" of all cells
Prokaryotic cells that can make you sick
Examples: Water or air
One single individual living thing

23 Clues: All bacteria cells • The mushroom kingdom • The ancient bacteria • A cell with a nucleus • Examples: Water or air • The "skin" of all cells • Kingdom that humans are in • A living factor in an ecosystem • The "brain" of a eukaryotic cell • Archaea, Eubacteria, and Eukarya • One single individual living thing • The most specific level of taxonomy • ...

Cardiovascular System 2024-04-15

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connects veins and arteries
White Blood Cells
exposed when an injury causes a blood vessel to break
Blood Platelets
An inflammatory chemical that attracts of WBCs to the site of infection
WBC that uses enzymes to digest parasitic worms
phagocytes that engulf viruses and other pathogens
Found in the lymph nodes
Blood's liquid matrix
Third step of hemostasis
Release histamine
released when an injury causes a blood vessel to break
A series of reactions that provides time for blood to heal

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the other 10% of plasma
carry blood to the heart
Second step of hemostasis
First step of hemostasis
largest leukocytes
carry blood away from the heart
Made up of thrombocytes and leukocytes,makes up line between blood cells and plasma
Red Blood Cells
binds platelets to exposed collagen fibers to form a platelet plug
% of blood made up by red blood cells
protein that uses iron to bind oxygen
Most numerous white blood cells

25 Clues: Red Blood Cells • Blood Platelets • White Blood Cells • Release histamine • largest leukocytes • Blood's liquid matrix • the other 10% of plasma • carry blood to the heart • First step of hemostasis • Found in the lymph nodes • Third step of hemostasis • Second step of hemostasis • connects veins and arteries • carry blood away from the heart • Most numerous white blood cells • ...

Blood 2024 2024-08-11

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this cell becomes a macrophage in the tissues
these blood cells lack nuclei and other organelles
thrombus that has broken off and is free in the bloodstream
WBC type that fights parasitic worms
stimulates RBC production
percent of blood volume that is RBCs
these blood cells are complete cells
where most plasma proteins are produced
there are two types of this blood cell
first step in hemostasis (2 words)
clot that develops and persists in unbroken blood vessel
another name for white blood cells
WBC type that contains histamine
the final product of the coagulation cascade

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lack of factor VIII causes severe _____
this count indicates the rate of RBC formation
these are cell fragments
another name for red blood cells
form a plug to seal breaks in a blood vessel
final step in hemostasis
a site of red blood cell formation
universal recipient
is 90% water
transports oxygen
mineral needed for hemoglobin formation
the only fluid tissue
WBC type that fights acute bacterial infections

27 Clues: is 90% water • transports oxygen • universal recipient • the only fluid tissue • these are cell fragments • final step in hemostasis • stimulates RBC production • another name for red blood cells • WBC type that contains histamine • a site of red blood cell formation • first step in hemostasis (2 words) • another name for white blood cells • WBC type that fights parasitic worms • ...

Unit 2 Review 2024-09-29

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type of gland that has simple cuboidal cells; ductless
autoimmune disorder that attacks hair follicles
a mole; overgrowth of melanocytes
gives a pinkish/red pigment to skin
type of CT that is avascular
increase of localized melanocyte activity
body cavity that houses the meninges
type of junction between cells that has pores for communication

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the inner serous membrane layer that protects the organ
gives a yellow/orange pigment to skin
when stem cells give rise to a specific specialized cell
the muscle that separates thoracic cavity from abdominal cavity
the fingers are _______ to the elbow
type of feedback that gets AMPLIFIED by stimulus
trabeculae can be found in the type of bone
type of junction between cells with fluid-tight seals
caused by hyperbilirubinemia
type of gland that has stratified cuboidal cells; has ducts
uses ultrasound waves to see body organs and images
most common type of LOOSE CT; has collagen and elastic fibers

20 Clues: caused by hyperbilirubinemia • type of CT that is avascular • a mole; overgrowth of melanocytes • gives a pinkish/red pigment to skin • the fingers are _______ to the elbow • body cavity that houses the meninges • gives a yellow/orange pigment to skin • increase of localized melanocyte activity • trabeculae can be found in the type of bone • ...

Blood Unit 2023-05-22

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Satellites
When an object moves through wet blood and moves, removes, or alters it
Small drops of blood that break of the main blood drop
The transfer of blood from one place to a surface not already contaminated with
The point in space where the blood came from
The angle at which blood strikes a target surface
Blood specialist
Characteristic patterns present when blood drips
Blood under pressure that strikes a target surface
The pointed edges of a blood stain

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A stain created by gravity
A blood stain created when an object passes through blood and moves it elsewhere
White blood cells
Determine whether blood is negative or positive
Clotting cells
Part of the body that received the blow or force that caused bleeding
Round drops
Giving blood from person to another intravenously
Proteins found on the surface of blood cells.
Red blood cells
Proteins made by immune cells up attack specific antigens

21 Clues: Satellites • Round drops • Clotting cells • Red blood cells • Blood specialist • White blood cells • A stain created by gravity • The pointed edges of a blood stain • The point in space where the blood came from • Proteins found on the surface of blood cells. • Determine whether blood is negative or positive • Characteristic patterns present when blood drips • ...

Infectious disease and immunology 2025-07-28

Infectious disease and immunology crossword puzzle

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Disease caused by the invasion of a pathogen
Passing of an infectious disease
Second line of defence ... response
A foreign substance that invades the body
A self marker
Phagocyte that 'eats' pathogens and can trigger the third line of defence
Cells that remember specific antigens
Disease caused by genetic or lifestyle
Biological agents that produce disease

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Small white blood cells involved in the third line of defence
B-lymphocytes that produce antibodies
Third line of defence ... immune response
Proteins that combine to neutralise antigens on invading pathogens and their toxins
Factors that allow pathogens to enter cells
First line of defence ... immune response
Ability of a pathogen to cause a disease
Factors that allow a pathogen to bind and maintain attachment to a host cell
T-lymphocytes that destroy infected cells (also called killer T cells)
Organism in which the pathogen lives
T-lymphocytes that begin the cell-mediated response

20 Clues: A self marker • Passing of an infectious disease • Second line of defence ... response • Organism in which the pathogen lives • B-lymphocytes that produce antibodies • Cells that remember specific antigens • Disease caused by genetic or lifestyle • Biological agents that produce disease • Ability of a pathogen to cause a disease • Third line of defence ... immune response • ...

MT Ch 14 Lymphatic System 2025-02-06

MT Ch 14 Lymphatic System crossword puzzle

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formation of lymph
fungal infection associated with AIDS
location of lymphocyte and monocyte production
hypersensitivity or allergic state
abdominal organ that filters erythrocytes (RBC) and activates lymphocytes
cancer arising from the lining of capillaries; produces purplish skin nodules
oropharyngeal lymph tissue
found in the spaces between cells
viral infection causing blisters on skin of lips, nose or genitals
T cell lymphocytes; killer cells
slight increase in numbers of lymphocytes

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malignant tumor of lymph nodes
lymphocytes that transform into plasma cells and secrete antibodies are called
major lung infection with fever, cough, chest pain and sputum; treated with Bactrim
immune response in which T cells destroy antigens
helper or suppressor cells
pertaining to poison
clotting cell; not a part of the immune system
IgA, IgG, IgE
protozoan (parasitic) infection associated with AIDS
computerized x-ray imaging in the transverse plane
virus that causes AIDS
antiviral proteins produced by T cell lymphocytes
nasopharyngeal lymph tissue
mediastinal T cell producer

25 Clues: IgA, IgG, IgE • formation of lymph • pertaining to poison • virus that causes AIDS • helper or suppressor cells • oropharyngeal lymph tissue • nasopharyngeal lymph tissue • mediastinal T cell producer • malignant tumor of lymph nodes • T cell lymphocytes; killer cells • found in the spaces between cells • hypersensitivity or allergic state • fungal infection associated with AIDS • ...

Homeostasis and Immune System Review 2025-12-02

Homeostasis and Immune System Review crossword puzzle

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maintaining a stable interior when there are changes
homeostatic response to cool the body
living pathogen that releases toxins
the chemical released by mast cells the causes sneezing
bacteria, viruses, and parasites
small fluctuations in the body throughout the day
the protein on the outside of all cells (specific shapes)
white blood cell that engulfs marked pathogens
the virus that causes AIDS
failure of homeostasis results in this

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when our white blood cells attack its own cells
homeostatic response to generate body heat
Benadryl, Claritin, Zyrtec
the Y shaped protein that recognizes foreign antigens
a drug that kills bacteria
nonliving pathogen that is DNA and protein
the body's immune response to something harmless
when the immune system attacks an organ transplant
disease where the body's white blood cells have been destroyed
when the pancreas does not create enough insulin
a heat killed bacteria that causes an immune response
first line of defense against pathogens

22 Clues: Benadryl, Claritin, Zyrtec • a drug that kills bacteria • the virus that causes AIDS • bacteria, viruses, and parasites • living pathogen that releases toxins • homeostatic response to cool the body • failure of homeostasis results in this • first line of defense against pathogens • homeostatic response to generate body heat • nonliving pathogen that is DNA and protein • ...

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