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ch.19 vocabulary..
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Colonial organism | a group of cells that are permanently associated but that do not communicate with one another. |
| aggregation | a temporary collection of cells that come together for a period of time and then seperate. |
| multicellular | an organism composed of many cells that are permanently associated with one another. |
| differentiation | process by which cells develop a specialized form and function. |
| tissue | distinct group of cells with similar function structure & function. |
| organ | is specialized structure with a specific function. |
| organ system | various organs that carry out a major body function. |
| protists | defined on the basis of a single characteristic. |
| vascular tissue | made up of specialized cells that play role in transporting water & dissolved nutrients. |
| invertebrates | lack a backbone. |
| vertebrates | have a backbone. |