Tissue & Organ Questions - AI Generated Flashcards
(29 cards)
What is the basic unit of structure and function in the human body?
Tissue
What is a group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function?
Tissue
What is a collection of tissues that work together to perform a specific function?
Organ
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
True or False: Tissues are made up of only one type of cell.
False
What type of tissue covers the body’s surface and lines internal organs?
Epithelial tissue
Which type of tissue provides support and structure for the body?
Connective tissue
Which type of tissue is responsible for carrying electrical signals in the body?
Nervous tissue
What is the main function of muscle tissue?
Movement
What is an example of an organ in the respiratory system?
Lungs
What is an example of an organ in the digestive system?
Stomach
What is an example of an organ in the circulatory system?
Heart
What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
Epidermis
Which organ is responsible for filtering waste from the blood?
Kidneys
What is the main function of the liver?
Detoxification
Which organ produces insulin in the body?
Pancreas
Which organ stores and releases bile to help with digestion?
Gallbladder
True or False: An organ can only contain one type of tissue.
False
What is the main function of the brain?
Control center for the body
Which organ is responsible for regulating body temperature?
Skin
What is the main function of the stomach?
Digestion
What is the main function of the heart?
Pumping blood throughout the body
Which organ is responsible for producing red blood cells?
Bone marrow
What is the main function of the lungs?
Gas exchange
