Lesson 1-1:
The Biological Organization
Introduction
Cells
Tissues
Organs
Organisms
Population
Ecosystem
. . . .

Organs and Organ Systems

Organs

An organ is made up of two or more types of tissues that are grouped together to perform a specific task.

For example the human heart is an organ that is made up of the four different types of tissues. It pumps blood for the circulation of oxygen to different parts of the body. Other examples of organs are the lungs, kidneys, and stomach.