Life Sciences Review

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What is the order of cellular organization in a multicellular organism?

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What is a cell?

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The basic unit of life that makes up all living organisms.

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What is a tissue?

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A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function.

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What is an organ?

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A structure made up of different types of tissues that work together to perform a specific function.

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What is an organ system?

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A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions for the organism.

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What is an organism?

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A living being that can function independently and is made up of one or more cells.

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What is the function of the heart?

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To pump blood throughout the body.

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What is the role of the lungs?

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To facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to make food from carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the importance of the cell membrane?

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It protects the cell and regulates what enters and leaves the cell.