2.1.2

Tissues

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Tissues

Cells are the fundamental units (building blocks) of all living organisms. Tissues are groups of similar cells that act together to perform a similar function. Examples of tissues are:

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Epithelial tissue (animals and plants)

  • Epithelial tissue comes into contact with the outside world.
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Muscular tissue (animals)

  • Muscular tissue can contract to bring about force and motion.
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Mesophyll (plants)

  • Mesophyll is capable of photosynthesis.
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Epidermal tissue (animals and plants)

  • Human skin, and the waxy covering of some plants are examples of epidermal tissues.

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1The Nature & Variety of Living Organisms

2Structure & Functions in Living Organisms

3Organism Functions

3.1Respiration

3.2Gas Exchange

3.3Transport

3.4Excretion

3.5Coordination & Response

4Reproduction & Inheritance

5Ecology

6Biological Resources

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