Specialised Cells/ Levels Of Organisation Flashcards
1
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What is a specialised cell?
A
Specialised cells of multicellular organisms, enable them to become adapted for specific functions
2
Q
Example of a specialised cell
A
Sperm cell
Red blood cell
Nerve cell
Muscle cell
Cilia epithelial cell
Root hair cell
Palisade cell
3
Q
What are the levels of organisation?
A
Cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism
4
Q
What is a tissue
A
Group of similar cells with a similar function
example, muscle cells contract, and therefore shorten
5
Q
What is an organ?
A
Several tissues performing specific functions
6
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What is an organ system?
A
A number of organs working together to carry out specific functions
Example, the circulatory system carries substances around the body
