Structural Organization Structural Organization In Animals
Cellular Level of Organization:
- Cellular Level of Organization: Living organisms are made up of cells, the basic unit of life. Cells have structures that enable them to perform specific functions essential for the survival of the organism.
Tissues:
- Tissues: A group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function.
Organs:
- Organs: A structure composed of two or more tissues that work together to perform a specific function.
Organ Systems:
- Organ Systems: A group of organs that work together to perform a complex function.
Organismal Level of Organization:
- Organismal Level of Organization: The highest level of organization in living organisms. An organism is a complete living entity capable of carrying out all essential life functions.
Epithelial Tissue:
- Epithelial Tissue: A type of tissue that covers the surfaces of organs and body cavities, protecting them from the external environment.
Connective Tissue:
- Connective Tissue: A type of tissue that supports and connects various structures of the body, such as bones, muscles, and organs.
Muscular Tissue:
- Muscular Tissue: A type of tissue that contracts to produce movement.
Nervous Tissue:
- Nervous Tissue: A type of tissue that transmits electrical signals throughout the body, controlling and coordinating various bodily functions.
Endocrine System:
- Endocrine System: A system of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream, which regulate various physiological processes.
Skeletal System:
- Skeletal System: A system of bones and cartilage that provides support, protection, and facilitates movement.
Muscular System:
- Muscular System: A system of muscles that allows movement, maintains posture, and generates heat.
Digestive System:
- Digestive System: A system of organs that breaks down food into nutrients and absorbs them into the bloodstream.
Respiratory System:
- Respiratory System: A system of organs that bring oxygen into the body and removes carbon dioxide.
Circulatory System:
- Circulatory System: A system of blood vessels that transports blood, oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.
Excretory System:
- Excretory System: A system of organs that removes waste products from the body.
Reproductive System:
- Reproductive System: A system of organs that produces and releases gametes (eggs and sperm) for reproduction.
Nervous System:
- Nervous System: A system of nerve cells (neurons) that transmits and processes electrical signals, controlling and coordinating various bodily functions.
Immune System:
- Immune System: A system of cells and tissues that protects the body from infections, diseases, and foreign substances.