Question

What is an organ system?
(a) Give two examples of organ systems in animals.
(b) Name the two main organ systems in plants.

Answer 1

a) Organ system in Animals:

1. An organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform one or more functions.
2. Each organ has a specific function in the body and is made up of certain tissues.
3. Examples of organ systems are- The Respiratory System and Circulatory System

b) Organ system in Plants:

1. Vascular plants have two distinct organ systems: a shoot system and a root system.
2. The shoot system consists of two portions: the vegetative (non-reproductive) parts of the plant, such as the leaves and the stems; and the reproductive parts of the plant, which include flowers and fruits.
3. The root system consists of roots which carries water to the different parts of the plants.