Levels of Cellular Organization

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

Front

What is a group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function?

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Tissue

Front

What is an organ made of?

Back

Different types of tissues working together.

Front

What do we call a group of organs that work together to perform a specific function?

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Organ system

Front

What is the most complex level of cellular organization?

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Organism

Front

What is the function of an organ system?

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To perform complex functions necessary for life.

Front

What is an example of an organ system in the human body?

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The circulatory system.

Front

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.

Front

What is an organism?

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A living being that can function independently.

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What is the role of tissues in the body?

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To perform specific functions that contribute to the overall function of organs.