Organelles, Cells, Tissues, Organs, Organ Systems, Organisation

Define organelles

sub cellular structures that make up the cells. they each have specific functions

Define a cell

a basic unit of life that makes up all living things and carry out basic life processes

Define a specialized cell

cells that are adapted to perform specific function

Define tissue

a group of similar cells working to perform function

Define organ

group of different tissues working together for specific functions

Define organ system

group of organs working together together to perform a function

Give an example for a tissue

muscle tissue, nervous tissue, xylem tissue

what is the function of muscular tissue?

contract to bring about force and motion

what is the function of mesophyll tissue?

carries out photosynthesis

what is the function of epidermal tissue?

covers the body's surface

what is the function of epithelial tissue?

lines the outer surface of organs and blood vessels