Slide 9: What is an Organ?
Definition:
- An organ is a specialized structure made up of two or more tissue types that collaborate to carry out specific functions in the body.
Key Points:
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Composition:
- Composed of different types of tissues (e.g., epithelial, connective, muscle, nervous).
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Functionality:
- Each organ performs critical functions essential for survival and homeostasis.
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Examples of Organs:
- Heart (pumps blood)
- Lungs (facilitate gas exchange)
- Kidneys (filter waste from blood)
Visuals:
- Include an image of a diagram showing the different types of tissues within a specific organ (e.g., heart or lung).
- Use arrows to highlight how the tissues work together to enable organ function.
Conclusion: Understanding the structure and function of organs is fundamental to studying complex biological systems and their interconnections in maintaining health.
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