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AQA GCSE Combined Science: Organisation

This deck explores how cells are organised into tissues, organs, and organ systems. It covers the human digestive, circulatory, and respiratory systems, including the role of enzymes and gas exchange. It also covers plant organisation and two required practicals: food tests and the effect of pH on amylase activity.

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Lesson#1
In this deck, we'll explore organisation in living things. We'll start with the building blocks, cells, and see how they form tissues, organs, and entire organ systems. We'll focus on key human systems like the digestive, circulatory, and respiratory systems, and also look at how plants are organised.
Lesson#2
In multicellular organisms, cells are organised in a hierarchy. The simplest level is the cell. A group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function is called a tissue. For example, muscle tissue is made of muscle cells.
Quiz#3
What is the term for a group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function?

a tissue

Lesson#4
Tissues are then organised into organs. An organ is a group of different tissues that work together to perform a particular function. The stomach, for instance, contains muscle tissue to churn food, glandular tissue to produce digestive juices, and epithelial tissue to cover its inner and outer surfaces.
Quiz#5
What is the term for a group of different tissues that work together to perform a specific function?

an organ

Lesson#6
Finally, organs are organised into organ systems. An organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform major functions in the body. The digestive system, for example, includes organs like the stomach, small intestine, and liver, all working together to digest and absorb food.

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