B3.1 - Tissues And Organs Flashcards
What happens to cells when forming a multicellular organism
They differentiate
What is a tissue
A group of cells with a similar size and function working together
What is an organ
A collection of tissues
How many tissues does each organ have
Several, all working together to perform a specific function
What three types of tissue are in the stomach
Glandular, muscular and epithelial
What does the pancreas do
Create hormones to control blood sugar and enzymes to help digest food
What is a multicellular organism made of
A number of organ systems, all working together
What is an organ system
A group of organs working together to perform specific functions
What are three organ systems in the human body
The digestive system, the circulatory system and the gas exchange system
What system is the stomach part of
The digestive system
