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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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True or False: Tissues are made up of similar cells that perform a specific function.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _____ system is responsible for transporting blood throughout the body.

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circulatory

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What are the four main types of tissues in the human body?

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Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue

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Which organ is primarily responsible for filtering blood?

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Kidney

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Multiple Choice: Which organ is part of the digestive system? A) Heart B) Stomach C) Brain

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B) Stomach

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What type of muscle is involuntary and found in the walls of organs?

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Smooth muscle

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True or False: The brain is part of the endocrine system.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The _____ system helps to regulate body temperature.

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integumentary

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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To transport oxygen throughout the body

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? A) Support B) Protection C) Hormone production

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C) Hormone production

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What type of connective tissue stores fat?

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Adipose tissue

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True or False: The small intestine is where most nutrient absorption occurs.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _____ system is responsible for producing hormones.

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endocrine

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What is the function of the respiratory system?

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To exchange gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the body and the environment

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Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain controls balance? A) Cerebrum B) Cerebellum C) Brainstem

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B) Cerebellum

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What is the primary function of the large intestine?

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To absorb water and electrolytes and to form feces

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True or False: The liver produces bile.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _____ system defends the body against infection.

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immune

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What is the role of neurons?

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To transmit nerve impulses

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Multiple Choice: Which organ is part of the urinary system? A) Bladder B) Liver C) Lungs

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A) Bladder

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What type of tissue covers body surfaces and lines cavities?

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Epithelial tissue

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True or False: Cartilage is a type of epithelial tissue.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The _____ system consists of glands that secrete hormones.

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endocrine

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What is the function of the heart?
To pump blood throughout the body
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Multiple Choice: Which organ system is primarily responsible for movement? A) Muscular B) Circulatory C) Nervous
A) Muscular
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What is the main function of the integumentary system?
To protect the body and regulate temperature
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True or False: The pancreas is part of both the digestive and endocrine systems.
True
29
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the largest organ in the human body.
skin
30
What is the primary role of platelets?
To aid in blood clotting
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Multiple Choice: Which type of muscle is striated? A) Smooth B) Cardiac C) Epithelial
B) Cardiac
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What is the main organ of the endocrine system?
Pituitary gland
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True or False: The stomach is part of the respiratory system.
False
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Fill in the blank: The _____ system is responsible for the exchange of gases.
respiratory
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What is the primary function of the immune system?
To protect the body from pathogens
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of connective tissue? A) Bone B) Blood C) Neuron
C) Neuron
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What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
To return excess fluid to the bloodstream and help with immune responses
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True or False: Epithelial tissue can be classified by the number of layers and the shape of the cells.
True
39
Fill in the blank: The _____ system includes the brain and spinal cord.
nervous
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What is the function of the skeletal system?
To provide structure, support, and protection to the body
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Multiple Choice: Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion? A) Hinge B) Ball-and-socket C) Pivot
B) Ball-and-socket
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What is the role of the respiratory system?
To facilitate breathing and gas exchange
43
True or False: White blood cells are involved in the immune response.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances in the body.
liver
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What type of muscle is responsible for voluntary movements?
Skeletal muscle
46
Multiple Choice: Which organ is primarily involved in the absorption of nutrients? A) Stomach B) Small intestine C) Large intestine
B) Small intestine
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What is the primary function of the endocrine system?
To produce and secrete hormones that regulate various bodily functions
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True or False: The gallbladder stores bile.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ system includes the heart and blood vessels.
circulatory
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What is the main function of the kidneys?
To filter waste products from the blood and produce urine
51
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a function of connective tissue? A) Protection B) Contraction C) Transmission of signals
A) Protection
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What is the primary function of the digestive system?
To break down food and absorb nutrients
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True or False: The skin is the largest organ of the body.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ system coordinates body activities through nerve impulses.
nervous
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What is the role of the circulatory system?
To transport nutrients, gases, hormones, and waste products throughout the body
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Multiple Choice: Which organ is responsible for maintaining homeostasis? A) Kidney B) Heart C) Lung
A) Kidney
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What is the main function of the skeletal muscles?
To facilitate movement of the body
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True or False: Hormones are produced by the nervous system.
False
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Fill in the blank: The _____ system helps to regulate growth and metabolism.
endocrine
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What is the primary role of the skin?
To protect the body from external damage and pathogens
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following systems includes the spleen? A) Digestive B) Immune C) Respiratory
B) Immune

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