5 Questions
What is the study of tissues known as?
Histology
What is the biological organizational level between cells and a complete organ?
Tissue
Who is considered the 'Father of Histology'?
Xavier Bichat
What tools have enhanced the detail that can be observed in tissues?
Electron microscopy, immunofluorescence, frozen tissue-sections
What are the three broad tissue systems in plant anatomy?
Epidermis, ground tissue, vascular tissue
Study Notes
Histology
- The study of tissues is known as histology.
Levels of Organization
- The biological organizational level between cells and a complete organ is tissue.
History of Histology
- Marcello Malpighi is considered the 'Father of Histology'.
Advances in Histology
- The development of microscopes and staining techniques has enhanced the detail that can be observed in tissues.
Plant Anatomy
- There are three broad tissue systems in plant anatomy: dermal, ground, and vascular tissue systems.
Test your knowledge of the biological organizational levels, from cells to organisms, including the definition and functions of tissues and organs.
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