An Organ Represents a Higher Level of Structure Than the Tissue

question 30

Multiple Choice

An organ represents a higher level of structure than the tissue composing it and performs functions that the tissues cannot perform alone.This is an example of the principle of

• A)cellular regulation.
• B)emergent properties.
• C)biotechnology.
• D)structural adaptations.

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Definitions:

Nephron Loop

The section of a nephron in the kidney that leads from the proximal convoluted tubule to the distal convoluted tubule and is involved in the concentration of urine.

Urinalysis Test

A urinalysis test is a diagnostic examination of urine to detect disorders such as kidney disease and urinary tract infections.

Chronic High Blood Pressure

A condition characterized by consistently elevated arterial blood pressure over an extended period, potentially leading to health issues.

Pancreas

A glandular organ located in the abdomen that plays a crucial role in digestion and regulation of blood sugar by releasing insulin and digestive enzymes.