Specialised Cells

Question 1

What are stem cells in very early development?

Answer 1

unspecialised

Question 2

What are stem cells?

Answer 2

stem cells are unspecialised cells that can divide and make more stem cells (to self-renew) or they can become different types of cells with specialised functions

Question 3

Cells—–> Tissues—–> Organs—–>

Answer 3

Organ Systems—–> Organisms

Question 4

What are tissues? Give an example:

Answer 4

tissues is a group of specialised cells that have a similar structure and function , example; muscle tissue which is made up of many muscle cells

Question 5

What are organs? Give an example:

Answer 5

organs are a group of tissues working together to perform the same function, example; the heart which contains different tissues including nerve and muscle tissues

Question 6

What is an organ system? Give an example:

Answer 6

organ system are group of organs that can work together to provide a common function, example; the circulatory system or the respiratory system.

Question 7

What are stem cells involved in?

Answer 7

stem cells are involved in growth and repair of damaged cells