Cells Tissues And Organs Flashcards
How many types of cell does a multicellular organism have ?
More than one
What are multicellular organisms made up of ?
Tissues and organs
Order of multicellular organisms
Cells ~ tissues ~ organs ~ organisms
Some
Cell types in the human body
Bone cells Cartilage cells Nerve cells Epithelial cells Muscle cells Blood cells
What are tissues made up of ?
Groups of cells with similar structure and function
What do nerves do ?
Nerves carry impulses (e.g. sensation and motion) between the brain or spinal cord and other parts of the body.
What is nerve tissue made up of?
Nerve cells (neurons)
What are organs?
Organs or organ systems are groups of tissues working together
What is the function of organs ?
Organs perform different functions
What does the cardiac muscle do to make the heart pump ?
Contracts
What does nerve tissue do to tell the heart how fast to beat ?
Sends messages
Where is blood tissue carried from ?
The heart to other organs of the body.
