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What is the primary function of the circulatory system, an example of an organ system?
To maintain homeostasis, respond to stimuli, support growth and development, and regulate body functions
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes vertebrates from invertebrates?
The presence of a backbone
What is the primary mode of nutrient acquisition in fungi?
Decomposing organic matter or forming symbiotic relationships
What is the primary difference between flowering and non-flowering plants?
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What is a characteristic of unicellular organisms?
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What is the range of diameters for unicellular organisms?
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What is a common method of reproduction for unicellular organisms?
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Provide an example of a unicellular organism.
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Study Notes
Organ Systems
- Definition: A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function
- Examples:
- Circulatory system: heart, blood vessels, blood
- Nervous system: brain, spinal cord, nerves
- Digestive system: mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine
- Functions:
- Maintain homeostasis
- Respond to stimuli
- Support growth and development
- Regulate body functions
Types of Multicellular Organisms
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Animals:
- Vertebrates: have a backbone (e.g., humans, dogs, birds)
- Invertebrates: no backbone (e.g., insects, worms, jellyfish)
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Plants:
- Flowering plants: produce flowers and seeds (e.g., roses, oak trees)
- Non-flowering plants: do not produce flowers or seeds (e.g., mosses, ferns)
- Fungi: obtain nutrients by decomposing organic matter or forming symbiotic relationships (e.g., mushrooms, molds)
Characteristics of Unicellular Organisms
- Single-celled: composed of only one cell
- Self-sufficient: able to carry out all necessary life functions independently
- Variety of shapes and sizes: from spherical to irregular shapes, ranging from 1-500 μm in diameter
- Reproduce by: binary fission, budding, or fragmentation
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Examples:
- Bacteria (e.g., E. coli)
- Protists (e.g., Amoeba, Paramecium)
- Yeast (e.g., Saccharomyces cerevisiae)
Organ Systems
- A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function
- Examples of organ systems include:
- Circulatory system, consisting of heart, blood vessels, and blood
- Nervous system, comprising brain, spinal cord, and nerves
- Digestive system, consisting of mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine
- Organ systems perform various functions, including:
- Maintaining homeostasis
- Responding to stimuli
- Supporting growth and development
- Regulating body functions
Types of Multicellular Organisms
Animals
- Classified into two groups:
- Vertebrates, characterized by the presence of a backbone (e.g., humans, dogs, birds)
- Invertebrates, lacking a backbone (e.g., insects, worms, jellyfish)
Plants
- Classified into two groups:
- Flowering plants, producing flowers and seeds (e.g., roses, oak trees)
- Non-flowering plants, not producing flowers or seeds (e.g., mosses, ferns)
Fungi
- Obtain nutrients by:
- Decomposing organic matter
- Forming symbiotic relationships
- Examples include mushrooms, molds, and other species
Characteristics of Unicellular Organisms
- Single-celled, composed of only one cell
- Self-sufficient, able to carry out all necessary life functions independently
- Exhibiting a variety of shapes and sizes, ranging from spherical to irregular shapes and 1-500 μm in diameter
- Reproducing through:
- Binary fission
- Budding
- Fragmentation
- Examples include:
- Bacteria (e.g., E. coli)
- Protists (e.g., Amoeba, Paramecium)
- Yeast (e.g., Saccharomyces cerevisiae)
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Description
Learn about the different types of organ systems, their functions, and examples of each. Also, explore the characteristics of multicellular organisms, including animals and vertebrates.
