Cells Flashcards
Tissue
A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function
Cell
The basic units of structure and function in living things. They form the parts of an organism and carry out all of its functions.
Organ
A group of different kinds of tissues that work together
Organ system
A group of organs that work together to perform a major function
Specialized Cells
Cells that perform specific functions that benefit the entire organism
Unicellular
Made of a single cell
Multicellular
Made of many cells
Cell theory
The cell theory is a widely accepted explanation of the relationship between cells and
Irving things. It says that all living things are composed of cells, cells are the basic units of structure and function in living things, and all cells are produced from other cells.