Organisation

• What are the basic building blocks of life?

  Cells
• What is a tissue?

  A group of cells with a similar structure and function
• What do tissues perform?

  Specific functions
• What is an organ?

  A structure made up of different tissues working together
• What is an organ system?

  A group of organs that work together to carry out a specific function
• Can you name an example of an organ system?

  Respiratory system
• What is an organism?

  A living entity made up of organ systems
• What is the hierarchy of biological organization from cells to organisms?

  • Cells
  • Tissues
  • Organs
  • Organ systems
  • Organisms
• What is the role of organs in an organ system?

  To work together to carry out a specific function
• How do organ systems relate to organisms?

  Organ systems make up the organism