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Organism Growth Dev
7th grade science
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Growth | To get larger |
| Development | To become more complex |
| Mitosis | The stage of cell division in which the nucleus divides into two nuclei |
| Cell | The basic unit of structure and function in a living thing |
| Tissue | A group of similar cells performing the same function |
| Organ | A group of different tissues working together to perform a function |
| Organ System | A group of organs working together to carry out a major function |
| Organism | A complex living thing |
| Nervous Tissue | Sends and receives messages throughout the body |
| Epithelial Tissue | Covers the surfaces of the body and lines your internal tissue |
| Connective Tissue | Connects and supports your body |
| Muscle Tissue | Contracts or shortens, allowing body parts to move |
| Nervous System | Detects information from the environment and controls body functions |
| Endocrine System | Controls many body processes by means of chemicals |
| Excretory System | Removes waste from the body |
| Digestive System | Helps you get energy and sugars from foods |
| Respiratory System | Takes in oxygen and eliminates carbon dioxide |
| Cardiovascular System | Transports blood so the whole body gets blood |
| Immune System | Protects you from sickness and bacteria |