Levels of Organisation Flashcards
1
Q
Similar cells are organised into what?
A
Tissues
For example, plants have xylem tissue (for transporting water and mineral salts) and phloem tissue (for transporting sucrose and amino acids).
2
Q
What are tissues organised into?
A
Organs
An organ is a group of different tissues that work together to preform a function.
Examples of organs are lungs in mammals and leaves on plants.
3
Q
What system do organs make up?
A
Organ Systems
For example, in mammals, the digestive system is made up of organs including the stomach, intestines, pancreas and liver.
