# Explain why cells in a multicellular organism become specialised, and describe how groups of specialised cells are organised in the body.

> Eduqas GCSE Biology — 1.1.1 Cell structure and organisation · Explain · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Specialised cells are adapted to carry out a particular function
2. Groups of similar specialised cells form a tissue
3. Different tissues working together form an organ
4. Organs working together form an organ system

## Key terms

- [specialised cell](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/specialised-cell)
- [organ](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/organ)

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