Tissues, Organs, and Organ Systems

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What is the term for organs grouped together to perform a specific function?

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Organ system

Front

Anything that can live on its own is called an

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Organism

Front

What is the term for the smallest unit of life?

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Cell

Front

Which type of tissue lines the surfaces of the body?

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Epithelial

Front

What is the term for cells grouped together to perform a specific function?

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Tissue

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What is the function of connective tissue?

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To support, bind, and protect other tissues and organs.

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What are the four main types of tissues in the human body?

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Epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous.

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What is the role of muscular tissue?

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To facilitate movement of the body and its parts.

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What is the primary function of nervous tissue?

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To transmit signals throughout the body.

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What is an example of an organ?

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Heart, lungs, or liver.