Tissue to Cell Lab

Cells Make Up Tissues

The cell is the basic unit of life.

Cells become specialized for different jobs. This is called cell specialization or cell differentiation.

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Important Connection

Specialized cells → Tissues → Organs → Organ Systems

Different cells have different structures because they perform different functions.

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Structure Determines Function

A major concept in biology is:

The structure of a cell is related to its function.

Examples:

Red blood cells

• Small and flexible

• Specialized for transporting oxygen

Neurons

• Have long extensions

• Specialized for sending signals over distances

Muscle cells

• Contain specialized proteins that allow contraction

• Specialized for movement

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