Here's a breakdown:
* Cell: The basic, fundamental unit of life. It carries out all the essential functions necessary for life.
* Tissue: A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function. For example, muscle tissue contracts to allow movement, and nervous tissue transmits signals throughout the body.
Think of it like this:
* Bricks are the individual units that make up a wall.
* Cells are the individual units that make up tissue.
So, while a tissue is made up of many cells, a cell is not made up of tissue.