Organization of life

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

Front

What is a group of cells that work together called?

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Tissue

Front

What is an example of a group of tissues that work together to perform a specific function?

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Organ

Front

What is a collection of organs that work together to perform a specific function?

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Organ system

Front

What is the correct order of organization in living things from most basic to most complex?

Back

Cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism

Front

What is the difference between a cell and a tissue?

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A cell is the basic unit of life; a tissue is a group of cells that work as one.

Front

What is an example of an organ?

Back

Heart, liver, brain, etc.

Front

What is an organism?

Back

A living thing that can function independently.

Front

What is the function of an organ system?

Back

To carry out complex functions necessary for life.

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What is homeostasis?

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The ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment.