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Cells continue to divide even once the organism has finished growing, repair by regeneration is usually possible.

production of milk from the mammary glands

one of the sugars derived from milk

spaces within the matrix of bone tissue containing cells

an aid to visualisation for endotracheal intubation. The equipment consists of a blade which depresses the tongue, and a light source for illumination.

part of the respiratory tract between the pharynx and trachea. It is made up of cartilages,  ligaments and muscles and lined with mucus membrane.

a dense metal which is efficient at absorbing X-rays

gene that produces a characteristic that is incompatible with life

a disease where there are increased numbers of immature and abnormal white blood cells (leukocytes)