2a - levels of organisation Flashcards
1
Q
what is a tissue?
A
a tissue is a group of similar cells working together to do a common function
2
Q
what is an organ?
A
an organ is a group of different tissues working together to do a common function
3
Q
what is an organ system?
A
an organ system is a group of different organs working together to do a common function
4
Q
why is the cardiovascular system an organ system?
A
it is a group of organs that work together to transport substances around our body.
5
Q
what are the levels of organisation in organisms, from least complex to most complex?
A
organelles> cells> tissues> organs> organ systems
6
Q
what are 8 organ systems?
A
- respiratory system
- cardiovascular system
- nervous system
- digestive system
- skeletal system
- muscular system
- endocrine system
- lymphatic system
- urinary system
- integumentary system
- reproductive system
