2.4 Systems Of Cells Flashcards
Define tissue
Tissue is a collective group of cells
list the four main types of tissue
Epithelial
Connective
Muscle
Nervous
Define Epithelial tissue and example
This tissue is made of tightly packed cells that line the surface of the body(skin)
Define connective tissue and give example
It is a group of different cells working on supporting and binding other tissues(tendons)
Define muscle tissue and give example
It is made up of bands of cells that expand and contract to help with movement
Define nervous tissue and give example
This is made up of nerves cells that sense stimuli and transmit signals (brain)
Define an organ
An organ is a group of two or more tissue work together
Define an organ system
A group of organs working together forms an organ system
Define cardiovascular system and give examples
It helps transport oxygen and nutrients to the body’s cells(heart)
Define lymphatic system and give example
Fights against disease and infection and moves lymph between blood streams(lymph)
Define Endocrine system and give example
Makes hormones that communicate between cells(pituitary gland)
Define integumentary system and give example
Gives protection from injuries ,water lose and temperature control (skin)
Immune system examples
Bone marrow and white blood cells