Human Anatomy & Physiology (2nd Edition)
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780134553511
Author: Erin C. Amerman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 8CYR
Which of the following best describes the position of a tissue in the levels of organization of the human body?
a. Tissues are the most fundamental level of organization.
b. Tissues are between cells and organs in the levels of organization.
c. Tissues are the most complex level of organization.
d. Tissues are between organs and systems in the levels of organization.
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