Science - Human Organs Flashcards
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What happens to a NUCLEUS when a cell divides?
A
- It divides
- Called Mitosis
2
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Define Organs
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- An organ is a part of your body that performs a specific function:
- like your brain, lungs, or skin
- Organs consists of many tissues
3
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Define: TISSUES
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- Animal cells and plant cells can form tissues, like muscle tissue.
- A living tissue is made from a group of cells with a similar structure and function,
- They all work together to do a particular job
- For example: muscle / the lining of the intestine
4
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Define: CELLS
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5
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Define: Organ Systems
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An organ system is made from a group of different organs
\they all work together to do a particular job.
Here are some examples of organ systems:
circulatory system
respiratory system
digestive system
nervous system
reproductive system
