Sturctural Organisation of Matter Flashcards
What is included in the chemical level?
Atoms (protons, neutrons, electrons)
Molecules (2 or more atoms joined together)
What are the four biologically important organic molecules in the human body?
proteins
complex carbohydrates
nucleic acids
lipids
What are the six levels of organization from smallest to largest?
chemical
cells
tissues
organs
system level (organ systems)
organismal (organisms)
What are cells?
smallest, structural and functional units of the human body
What are tissues?
group of cells and the material surrounding them that work together to perform a particular function
What are organs?
composed of two or more tissues work together to provide specific functions and they usually have specific shapes
What are organ systems?
consist of one or more organs that provide a common function
ex) integumentary system, skeletal, muscular, nervous