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Specialisation and organisation - Coggle Diagram
Specialisation and organisation
Cell specialisation
Evolved for specific function
Embryo
Identical
Mature
Specialised
Mitosis
Contains genes for any function
Needed genes are switched on
Genetically identical
Tissues
Collection of cells that perform a specific function
Epithelial tissues
Line the surface of organs
Protective of secretory function
Cilia moves mucus
Xylem
Found in plants
Transports water and minerals
Mechanical supprt
Organs
Collection of tissues with predominant function
Arteries + Veins
Many tissues
Organ
Capillaries
Single tissue structure
Not organ
Organ systems
Collection of organs for a function
Digestive system
Digests and processes food
Circulatory
Pumps and circulates blood
Respiratory
Breathing and gas exchange