Chapter 3
Tissues in Action
CBSE Class 9
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How is the study of cells and tissues significant for understanding the life processes and human welfare?
[Pg. No. 28]

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Cells are the basic structural and functional units of life, while tissues are groups of similar cells that perform specific functions. Studying cells and tissues helps us understand how living organisms carry out life processes such as nutrition, respiration, growth, reproduction and excretion and where do these process take place. It helps us understand the correlation between structural anatomy and specific functions.
 It also helps in identifying the causes of diseases, developing medicines and improving medical treatments. Therefore, the study of cells and tissues is important for understanding life processes and promoting human welfare.

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