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Abductor answer ✔---Muscle that separates the fingers and toes
Adductor answer ✔---The muscle at the base of each finger that draws the finger together
Anabolism answer ✔---the process of combing smaller molecules to build larger and more complex
molecules
Carpus answer ✔---wrist
Catabolism answer ✔---The phase of metabolism in which larger, more complex molecules are
broken down within the cells to create smaller, simpler molecules
cell membrane answer ✔---A cell part that encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances
to enter and leave the cell.
, Digital nerve answer ✔---Nerve that with its branches, supplies the fingers and toes.
Dorsal nerve answer ✔---Also known as dorsal cutaneous nerve; a nerve that extends up from the
toes and foot, just under the skin, supplying impulses to toes and foot
endocrine system answer ✔---Group of specialized glands that affect the growth, development,
sexual activities, and health of the entire body.
Extensor answer ✔---A muscle that straightens the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight line.
extensor digitorum longus answer ✔---A muscle that bends the foot up and extends the toes
Flexor answer ✔---An extensor muscle of the wrist involved involved in flexing the wrist
Histology answer ✔---the study of tiny structures found in living tissues
integumentary system answer ✔---The skin and it's accessory organs. Such as the oil and sweat
glands, sensory receptors, hair, and nails.
Metabolism answer ✔---the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to
maintain life.
Metacarpos answer ✔---Bones of the palm and the hand; parts of the hand containing five bones
between the carpus and phalanges
Muscle tissue answer ✔---Tissue that contracts and moves various parts of the body
Myology answer ✔---The study of nature, structure, function, and diseases of the muscles.