Levels of Organization

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

What type of cell is responsible for contracting and relaxing?

Back

Muscle cell

Front

Which type of cell carries oxygen throughout the body?

Back

Red blood cell

Front

What is an organism?

Back

A living thing that is made up of organ systems.

Front

What is an organ system?

Back

2 or more organs that work together.

Front

What is tissue?

Back

A group of similar cells that perform a specific function.

Front

What is an organ?

Back

A structure made up of different types of tissues that work together.

Front

What is the hierarchy of biological organization from smallest to largest?

Back

Cell, Tissue, Organ, Organ System, Organism.

Front

What is the function of nerve cells?

Back

To transmit signals throughout the body.

Front

What is the role of skin cells?

Back

To protect the body and regulate temperature.