Levels of Organization Review

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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 organism?

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An individual living thing capable of growing and reproducing.

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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 are macromolecules?

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Large molecules that are essential for life, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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Which of the following is not a macromolecule: Proteins, Carbohydrates, Alcohols, Lipids?

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Alcohols are not a macromolecule that makes up the structural and functional units of cells.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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What is the function of proteins in cells?

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Proteins perform a variety of functions including structural support, transport, and catalyzing biochemical reactions.

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What role do carbohydrates play in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What are lipids?

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Lipids are a group of hydrophobic molecules that include fats, oils, and phospholipids, important for energy storage and cell membrane structure.