Organs
Science: KS3, topic 1.1.5
Organs
Organs are groups of distinct tissues that work together to perform a specific function. An example of an organ is the stomach. The stomach contains the following tissues:
The stomach's muscular tissue
- Muscular tissue moves the contents of the stomach around during digestion.
The stomach's glandular tissue
- Glandular tissue produces digestive juices that break down the stomach's contents.
The stomach's epithelial tissue
- Epithelial tissue lines the stomach.
Test yourself on Organs
Why is the stomach classed as an organ?
Select the correct statement in each pair.