What are Tissues and its types?

The word "tissue" derives from the French word "tissu", which means something that is "woven".

Tissues are groups of cells that have a similar structure that acts together to perform a specific function.

The organs are formed by grouping together of multiple tissues according to their function.

There are 'four' different types of tissues found in animal: 

1. Connective Tissue

2. Muscle Tissue

3. Nervous Tissue, and

4. Epithelial Tissue

There are 'three' different types of tissues found in plants:

1. Vascular Tissue

2. Ground Tissue, and

3. Epidermal Tissue

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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