Tissues and the digestive system Flashcards
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organism
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groups of systems working together to make one independent living thing.
organ system
organs working together
tissues
groups of cells with similar structure and function linked together doing the same job.
organs
groups of tissues working together to perform a function.
cells
the smallest unit of life. They are the basic building blocks of all living organisms.
what are organs made of?
cells work together = tissue
tissues work together = organ
epithelial tissue of the stomach
covers the outside and inside of the organ.
epithelial meaning
the cells that lines the internal and external surfaces of the body.
muscular tissue of the stomach
churns the food and the digestive juices of the stomach together.
glandular tissue of the stomach
produces the digestive that breaks down food.
why is the stomach an organ?
-made up of several different tissues
- tissues work together to help digest your food
digestive system
to convert food into energy and basic nutriments for the entire body.
organs in the digestive system
mouth, stomach, small and large intestine, rectum and oesophagus.
