Cells and Genetics

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What are structural genes?
Genes that code for RNA or protein products other than a regulatory factor.
they encode for proteins
products have either structural or functional importance
What are regulatory genes?
Genes that control the expression of other genes.
they encode for transcription factors/ regulatory RNA
regulate the expression of structural genes
What is a tissue?
A group of similar specialised cells that work together for a specific/ common function.
only contain one type of cell
What is an organ?
A group of tissues working together for various functions
made up of more than one type of tissue
What is an organ system?
An organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform a specific function in the body.
What are master genes?
How main body segments are determined.
they produce mRNA which is used by signal proteins
signal proteins switch on other genes, leading to cell specialisation which determine your body plan