Cells and Systems Flashcards
structure
The arrangement of parts in an organism based on its shape and properties
function
The purpose or job of a part of an organism
cells
Microscopic structures that make up different parts of all living things and have specific functions
tissues
A group of cells that have similar structures that work together to complete a simple function
organs
A group of tissues that come together to form a structure that has a specific function
organ systems
A group of organs that come together to form a body system that can complete a complex function
organisms
A living thing that can carry out life functions
levels of organization (from largest to smallest)
organ system > organ > tissue > cell > organelle
skin
The largest organ that covers and protects the body
muscle
Thick tissue composed of fibers that can contract or relax to cause body movement
bone
Rigid internal structure that supports and provides shape to the body
living thing
Something that can grow, reproduce, respond to the environment and is made out of cells
non-living thing
Something that is NOT able to grow, reproduce, respond to the environment and is NOT made out of cells
tendons
Tissue that functions to connect muscle to bone
ligaments
Tissue that functions to connect bone to bone