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Bacteria one celled microorganisms with both plant and animal characteristics Viruses microorganism capable of infecting almost all plants and animals, including bacteria. Parasites plant or animal organisms that live on, or in, another living organism and draw their nourishment from that organism. Must have a host to survive. Immunity ability of the body to destroy and resist infection Sanitation removing all visible dirt and debris Sterilization complete elimination of all microbial life, including spores. Only necessary when instruments have come in contact with blood. OSHA- Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulates and enforces safety and health standards to protect employees in the work place. MSDS- Material Safety Data Sheet Information about hazardous ingredients, safe use and handling procedures, precautions to reduce the risk of harm and over exposure, flammability and dada incase of fire, proper disposal guidelines and medical information in case a reaction to product occurs. EPA- Environmental Protection Agency Licenses two types of disinfectants used in salons; Tuberculocidal, and Hospital. Hospital products are safe for cleaning blood and body fluids, Tuberculocidal disinfectants are proven to kill the bacteria that cause tuberculosis, which is more difficult to kill. FDA- Food and drug administration Prohibits sale of antifungal products for finger and toenails without a medical prescription. Universal Precautions a set of guidelines published by OSHA that require the employer and the employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are infectious for bloodborne pathogens. Cells the basic units of all living thing, from bacteria to plants and animals, and including human beings Protoplasm colorless jelly like substance in cells in which food elements such as protein, fats, carbohydrates, mineral salts and water are present Nucleus The dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell. cytoplasm All the protoplasm of a cell that surrounds the nucleus Cell membrane thin, flexible barrier that surrounds all cells; regulates what enters and leaves the cell reproduction Mitosis The process in which cells divide into two identical cells called daughter cells. Metabolism set of chemical reactions through which an organism builds up or breaks down materials as it carries out its life processes anabolism Process of building up complex materials (proteins) from simple materials Catabolism breakdown of more complex substances into simpler ones with release of energy Tissue group of similar cells that perform a particular function Heart Circulates the blood Lungs Supply Oxygen to the blood Skin forms external protective covering of the body Skeletal system the physical foundation of the body. It is composed of 206 bones that vary in size and shame and are connected by moveable and immovable joints. Circulatory system body system consisting of the heart and blood vessels that circulate blood through the body Endocrine system affects the growth, development, sexual activities, and health of the entire body. Excretory System group of organs including the kidneys, liver, skin, large intestine and lungs that purify the body by the elimination of waste matter Integumentary System Serves as a protective covering and helps in regulating the body's temperature; consists of skin, accessory organs such as oil and sweat glands, sensory receptors, hair, and nails.