Living Things Display Organization

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What are the five levels of organization in living things?

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1. Cell 2. Tissue 3. Organ 4. Organ System 5. Organism

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What is a unicellular organism?

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An organism that consists of a single cell.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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An organism that consists of multiple cells that work together.

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What are organelles?

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Structures within a cell that perform specific functions necessary for the cell's life.

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What is the correct order of organization in living things from simplest to most complex?

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Cell, Tissue, Organ, Organ System, Organism

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What is a specialized cell?

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A cell that has a specific function and structure adapted to perform that function.

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What is a generalized animal cell?

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A cell that does not have a specific function and can develop into different types of cells.

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Do all specialized cells in the human body contain the same organelles?

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Yes, all specialized cells contain eukaryotic cell organelles, but they may vary in shape and function.

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What is the function of nerve cells?

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To transmit signals throughout the body.

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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To carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.