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What is the primary characteristic that defines an organ?
What is the primary characteristic that defines an organ?
- An organ functions independently without support from other tissues.
- An organ is a simple structure that does not have a distinct shape.
- An organ is a single type of tissue.
- An organ consists of two or more types of tissues working together. (correct)
Which statement accurately describes an organ's complexity?
Which statement accurately describes an organ's complexity?
- It operates in total isolation from other body systems.
- It is comprised of a single type of functional unit.
- It is formed by the collaboration of multiple tissue types. (correct)
- It is composed solely of connective tissue.
In regards to tissue composition, how is an organ best described?
In regards to tissue composition, how is an organ best described?
- An organ is exclusively made up of epithelial tissue.
- An organ is built from a variety of tissue types that collaborate. (correct)
- An organ has no specific form and is primarily a collection of cells.
- An organ can exist with different types of cells working independently.
Which of the following is a common misconception about organs?
Which of the following is a common misconception about organs?
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Which of the following features distinguishes organs from simpler biological structures?
Which of the following features distinguishes organs from simpler biological structures?
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Characteristics of an Organ
- An organ is defined as a structure made up of two or more different types of tissues working collaboratively to perform specific functions.
- Each organ's tissues contribute to its overall functionality, allowing for complex processes necessary for life.
- Examples of organs include the heart (muscle and connective tissues) and the lungs (epithelial, connective, and muscle tissues).
- This collaboration between varied tissues distinguishes organs from simpler structures composed of a single tissue type.
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Test your understanding of what defines an organ in biological terms. This quiz focuses on the characteristics that distinguish organs from other biological structures. Answer the multiple-choice question to check your knowledge.
