Chapter 2 Flashcards
Organisation of the organism (6 cards)
1
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Cell
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The smallest basic unit of an animal or plant; it is microscopic and acts as a building block
2
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Magnification
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The observed size of an image divided by the actual size of the image
3
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Organ
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A structure made up of a group of tissues working together to perform a specific function
4
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Organ system
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A group of organs with related functions working together to perform a body function
5
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Organism
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A living thing that has an organised structure, can react to stimuli, reproduce, grow, adapt, and maintain homeostasis
6
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Tissue
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A group of cells with similar structures working together to perform a shared function
