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7th Science definitions
7th Science definitions
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7th Grade
12/05/2014

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Organism
Definition
Any living thing
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reproduction
Definition
ability of an organism to produce more organisms of the same kind; process that ensures the survival of that specific type of organism
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stimulus
Definition
anything that produces a change in how an organism responds to its environment
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adaptation
Definition
inherited trait that helps an organism survive
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classification
Definition
any organizational grouping system
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phylum
Definition
subgroup of a kingdom
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species
Definition
subgroup of a genus
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invertebrate
Definition
animal without a backbone
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endoskeleton
Definition
internal skeleton that provides body support for all vertebrates and is made of bone or, in some fish, is made of cartilage
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exoskeleton
Definition
hardened external covering of many inverterbrates that provides protection from fluid loss, protects internal organs, and provides a support system for the body
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fertilization
Definition
sexual reproductive process of organisms (both plant and animals)
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regeneration
Definition
formation of a missing body part
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metamorphosis
Definition
hormonally controlled process of organisms such as frogs and insects
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