Levels of Organization

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What are the levels of organization in biological systems, from smallest to largest?

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Cells - Tissues - Organs - Organ Systems.

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What is the smallest functional unit of life in both bacteria and mammals?

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Cell.

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What is a tissue?

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A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function.

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What is the difference between an organ and an organ system?

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An organ is a structure made up of different tissues that perform a specific function, while an organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform complex functions.

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In the context of biological organization, what is an example of an organ?

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Heart, liver, or stomach.

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What is an example of a tissue found in the human body?

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Muscle tissue, connective tissue, epithelial tissue, or nervous tissue.

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How do cells relate to tissues in the levels of organization?

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Cells are the basic building blocks that combine to form tissues.

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What mistake did a student make when identifying the levels of organization?

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The student reversed the order of organs and organ systems.

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What is the role of smooth muscle in the digestive system?

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Smooth muscle helps in the movement of food through the digestive tract.

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What is the relationship between cells and organs?

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Cells combine to form tissues, which then combine to form organs.