Chapter 3 - Organisation and the Digestive System Flashcards
1
Q
What is an organ?
A
An organ is a collection of tissues that all work together to perform a specific function.
2
Q
What is a tissue?
A
A tissue is a collection of cells that all have similar structure and function that work together
3
Q
What types of tissue does the stomach contain?
A
The stomach contains:
- Muscular tissue
- Glandular tissue
- Epithelial tissue
4
Q
What function does the pancreas serve
A
It has two main functions:
- Makes hormones to control blood sugar
- Produce some enzymes that digest food
