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Science

The Human Body

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Biology - The Human BodyCells

1. Recall the parts of human cells:

2. Describe how specialised cells are adapted for their function.

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Have you ever wondered what we (humans) are made of?

• Watch this video to find out!

• Video

Biology - The Human BodyCells

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What is a cell? tissue?organ?system?

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Biology - The Human BodyCells

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Review : What is a cell?tissue?organ?system?Animals and plants are made of cells.

Cells form the basic "building blocks" for living things.

Some cells have specialised functions.

Tissues (e.g. muscle) are made from cells of a similar type.

Organs (e.g. heart, lungs) are made from tissues

Systems are made from several organs working together.

Biology - The Human BodyCells

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Opportunities to develop scientific communication skills:

1) Cut and stick organs onto ‘empty’ torso.

2) Organ ‘Bingo’.

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Let’s begin with a game!

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We will work as a team to put the pieces back together!

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Were you able to put them back like this?

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Human torso

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Lungs

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Heart

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Liver

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Stomach

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Intestines

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Kidney

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Worksheet

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Useful website:

http://www.healthline.com/human-body-maps