Body System Organization
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Learning Objective
I can describe how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems work together in the human body.
Lesson Flow
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Organization in the human body | Cells and organisms | Middle school biology | Khan Academy
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The human body has a hierarchical organization, meaning it's made up of nested layers, including cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems.
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Tissues are collections of similar, specialized cells that work together, while organs are structures made up of multiple tissue types.
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An organ system is a group of organs that work together to carry out complex functions, such as the respiratory system, which includes the lungs, trachea, nose, and diaphragm.
Practice
10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems are related in the human body's hierarchical organization. Provide an example using the respiratory system.”
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