AQA GCSE year 10 biology organisation combined foundation Flashcards
(36 cards)
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: Tissues are made up of similar cells that perform a specific function.
True
Fill in the blank: A group of tissues working together forms an __________.
Organ
What are the four main types of tissue in animals?
Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of connective tissue? A) Blood B) Bone C) Muscle D) Adipose
C) Muscle
What is the function of epithelial tissue?
To cover and protect surfaces, and to facilitate absorption and secretion.
True or False: Organs work independently of each other.
False
Fill in the blank: The heart is an example of a __________ organ.
Muscular
What is the role of muscle tissue?
To facilitate movement by contracting.
Multiple Choice: Which organ is primarily responsible for filtering blood? A) Liver B) Heart C) Kidney D) Lungs
C) Kidney
What is an organ system?
A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions.
True or False: The digestive system is an example of an organ system.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ system includes the brain and spinal cord.
Nervous
What is homeostasis?
The maintenance of a stable internal environment within an organism.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a function of the liver? A) Producing insulin B) Filtering blood C) Pumping blood D) All of the above
B) Filtering blood
What type of tissue connects different parts of the body?
Connective tissue
True or False: The stomach is part of the respiratory system.
False
Fill in the blank: The __________ system is responsible for transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.
Circulatory
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
To facilitate gas exchange, primarily oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Multiple Choice: Which organ is primarily involved in digestion? A) Brain B) Stomach C) Skin D) Heart
B) Stomach
What organ is responsible for producing bile?
Liver
True or False: The skin is considered an organ.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ tissue is specialized for transmitting electrical signals.
Nervous
What is the main function of connective tissue?
To support, bind together, and protect tissues and organs.