At which level of structural organization do different tissue types integrate to perform specific functions?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking at what level of biological organization do different tissues come together to perform specific functions. This requires knowledge of the levels of structural organization in living organisms.
Answer
Organ level
Different tissue types integrate to perform specific functions at the organ level. An organ is composed of two or more tissue types that work together.
Answer for screen readers
Different tissue types integrate to perform specific functions at the organ level. An organ is composed of two or more tissue types that work together.
More Information
The levels of structural organization in the human body are: atoms, molecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the human organism.
Tips
Students may confuse tissues and organs. Tissues are made up of similar cells performing specific functions, while organs are made up of different tissues working together.
Sources
- 1.2 Structural Organization of the Human Body - open.oregonstate.education
- Tissues, organs, & organ systems (article) - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- 1.02 Structural Organization of the Human Body - accessdl.state.al.us
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