Organisation

Question 1

What is an organism?

Answer 1

A group of organs systems working together

Question 2

What is an organ system?

Answer 2

A group of organs working together to perform a specific function

Question 3

What is an organ?

Answer 3

A group of tissues working together to perform a specific function

Question 4

Is a tissue

Answer 4

A group of similar cells with a similar structure and function

Question 5

What is a cell?

Answer 5

The smallest structural and functional unit of an organism

Question 6

The digestive system function

Answer 6

The digestive system is an example of an organ system where different organs work together to digest and absorb food

Question 7

Digestion

Answer 7

Digestion is where large insoluble molecules are broken down into smaller soluble ones that can be absolved into the bloodstream. Digestion occurs in the gut which is a tube from the mouth to the anus and it relies on enzymes or biological catalysts.

Question 8

Amylase

Answer 8

Released in the salivary glands and pancreas. Breaks down carbohydrates into simple sugars for example glucose.

Question 9

Protease

Answer 9

Released in the stomach and the pancreas. Breaks down proteins into amino acids.

Question 10

Lipase

Answer 10

Released in the pancreas.

Breaks down fats oil or lipids into fatty acids and glycerol