Levels of Organization

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What is the type of cell that is unspecialized and can develop into different types of cells?

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Stem cell

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What is an organism?

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Things that have all the characteristics of life

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What is the order of levels of organization of the body from SMALLEST to Largest?

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Cell, tissue, organ, organ systems, organism

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What does the lymphatic system do?

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Removes excess fluid, produces white blood cells, and absorbs and transfers fat

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What does the circulatory system do?

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Transports nutrients, gases and other substances through the blood

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What is the smallest unit of life?

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Cell

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What is a tissue?

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Groups of similar types of cells that work together to carry out a specific task

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What is an organ?

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A structure made up of different types of tissues that work together to perform a specific function

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What is an organ system?

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Groups of different organs working together to complete a series of tasks

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What are the main functions of the skeletal system?

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Provides structure, protects organs, anchors muscles, and stores calcium