Biological Levels of Organization

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What is the basic unit of structure and function in the human body?

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Cell

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What is an example of an organ system?

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The nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

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What is an organ?

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A group of tissues that work together to perform a specific function, such as the heart.

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What do the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves combine to form?

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Organ system

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True or False: The cell is the building block of all living things.

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True

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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 an example of a tissue?

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Muscle tissue, which helps in movement.

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What is an organ system?

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A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions in the body.

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What is the relationship between cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems?

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Cells make up tissues, tissues make up organs, and organs make up organ systems.

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What is the function of the circulatory system?

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To transport blood, nutrients, and oxygen throughout the body.