2.1 Levels of organisation

Question 1

What are organelles? State an example.

Answer 1

A component within a cell that carries out a specific task (E.G Mitochondria)

Question 2

What are cells? State an example.

Answer 2

Basic functional and structural units in a living organism (E.G Heart muscle cell)

Question 3

What are tissues? State an example.

Answer 3

A group of cells with similar structure working together to perform a particular function (E.G Heart muscle tissue)

Question 4

What are organs? State an example.

Answer 4

Made from a group of different tissues working together to perform a particular function. (E.G The Heart)

Question 5

What is an organ system? State an example

Answer 5

Made from a group of organs with related functions, working together to perform body functions within the organism. (E.G The Circulatory System)