Multicellular organisms are a mosaic of different cells, tissues, and systems, each with their own specific function and interactions with other cells within the organism and/or the larger environment ...

Food on the plate must be converted into a mashed-up, gooey liquid for the digestive system to be able to split it up into its constituent parts: proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals.

This month, we’ll explore the endocrine (hormonal) system, a network of glands and organs spread throughout your body and brain ...

Tissue function depends on more than cell type and proper rates of death and division: It is also a function of cellular arrangement. Both cell junctions and cytoskeletal networks help stabilize ...

Plant and animal cells How different types of animal cell are adapted to carry out their function There are many different types of cells in animals. Each type is specialised for a particular role.