Tissues, organs and organ systems Flashcards
What may the cells of multicellular organisms do?
Differentiate and become adapted for specific functions.
How do large multicellular organisms develop systems?
From exchanging materials.
What happens during the development of a multicellular organism?
Cells differentiate so they can perform different functions.
Tissues?
Groups of similar cells that work together to carry out a particular function.
Muscular tissue?
Contracts to bring about movement.
Glandular tissue?
Produce substances such as hormones and enzymes.
Epithelial tissue?
Covers some parts of the body.
Organs?
Groups of different tissues that work together to perform a certain function.
Muscular tissue in the stomach?
Churn up contents.
Glandular tissue in the stomach?
Produce digestive juices.
Epithelial tissue in the stomach?
Cover the outside and inside of the stomach.
Organ system?
A group of organs working together to perform a particular function.
What forms organisms?
Organ systems.
Glands?
Produce digestive juices.
Stomach and small intestine?
Digestion occurs.