cells and tissues Flashcards
level of organization within organisms
organelles->cells->tissues->organs->organ system->organism
define organelle
part of cell with specific function
define cell
functional unit of a living organism
define tissue
a group of cells working together to preform a specific function
define organ
a structure made up of a group of tissues, working together to preform a specific function
define organ system
a group of organs working together to preform body functions
function of nucleus
contains DNA, which carries genetic material
function of cytoplasm
a jelly like substance where chemical reactions occur
function of cell membrane
controls movement of substances in and out of cell
function of rough endoplasmic reticulum
essential component in the transport of protein
function of mitochondria
site of aerobic respiration
function of ribosome
site of protein synthesis