Match the following statements with the correct terms, vein cell capilary metabolism artery organ tissue digestion system peristalsis
Blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
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Blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart
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Tiny blood vessel that allows food, oxygen, and other substances to pass to the cells
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Basic unit of body structure
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Group of cells with the same function
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Group of tissues with the same function
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Organs that work together to perform special functions
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Process of physically and chemically breaking down food so it can be absorbed for use by the cells of the body
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Muscle contractions in the digestive system that move food through the alimentary canal
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Burning of food by the cells to produce heat and energy
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