An organ represents a higher level of structure than the tissue composing it and performs functions that the tissues cannot perform alone. This is an example of the principle of
A)structural adaptations.
B)cellular regulation.
C)emergent properties.
D)biotechnology.

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The principle of emergent properties states that a higher level of organization, such as an organ, exhibits properties and functions that cannot be predicted from the properties of the individual tissues composing it. This is due to the complex interactions and organization of the tissues within the organ. The other options, such as structural adaptations or cellular regulation, do not fully capture the idea of emergent properties in the context of organ systems. Biotechnology is also not relevant to this concept.

An Organ Represents a Higher Level of Structure Than the Tissue