WAEC Biology 1996 Question 1

Question 1

Cell Structure and Organisation

Which of the following levels of organisation in living things is in the correct sequence, starting from the most complex to the simplest?

  1. A.Tissue → cell → organ → system
  2. B.System → organ → tissue → cell
  3. C.Cell → tissue → system → organ
  4. D.Cell → tissue → organ → system
  5. E.Organ → system → tissue → cell
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (System → organ → tissue → cell)

Explanation

From most complex to simplest: system, organ, tissue, cell.