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Then the types of tissues cells can build, and the specializations and functions of each tissue
Smooth muscle tissue 3 Tissue level Tissues consist of similar types of cells Cardiovascular system
Epithelial tissue Smooth muscle tissue Connective tissue 4 Organ level Organs are made up of different types of tissues
5 Organ system level Organ systems consist of different organs that work together closely Figure 1.1
The atomic level is one unit of an element Atoms combine to make molecules
H2O CO2 O2
Carbohydrates:
Disaccharides or double sugars (also used as energy or food for cells)
Table sugar
Beer sugar
Milk sugar
Carbohydrates:
Adipose (Triglycerides)
Composed of three fatty acids bonded to a glycerol molecule Used to STORE energy (fat)
Phospholipids
Two fatty acid groups (tails) and a phosphorus group (head) Main use- major component of cell membranes
Structure of DNA
Double-stranded helical molecule found in the nucleus of the cell Replicates itself before the cell divides, ensuring genetic continuity Provides instructions for protein synthesis Inherited from parents in chromosomes
Nucleotides
Energy transfer (ATP) Build nucleic acids