Human Body Flashcards

Human Body quiz (22 cards)

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Which two systems work together to enable you to bend your arm?

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Muscular and skeletal systems

The muscular system contracts to move the bones of the skeletal system.

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Which two systems work together to control all functions of the body?

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Nervous and endocrine systems

The nervous system sends signals while the endocrine system releases hormones.

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Which three systems work together to excrete waste materials from the body?

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Urinary, circulatory, and integumentary systems

The urinary system filters blood, the circulatory system transports waste, and the integumentary system helps eliminate waste through sweat.

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Which two systems work together to bring nutrients to all the cells of the body?

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Digestive and circulatory systems

The digestive system breaks down food, and the circulatory system distributes nutrients.

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Which two systems work together to provide oxygen to every cell in your body?

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Respiratory and circulatory systems

The respiratory system brings in oxygen, and the circulatory system transports it to cells.

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Which two systems work together to enable the body to move?

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Muscular and skeletal systems

The muscular system allows movement by acting on the skeletal system.

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Describe several ways the human body maintains homeostasis other than temperature.

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The human body maintains homeostasis through regulation of pH levels, blood glucose levels, and fluid balance.

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How do the respiratory and circulatory system work together?

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The respiratory system brings oxygen into the body and removes carbon dioxide, while the circulatory system transports oxygen to cells and carries carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

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How does the respiratory system and the musculoskeletal system work together?

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The respiratory system provides oxygen needed for muscle contraction, while the musculoskeletal system enables movement that facilitates breathing.

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What is the difference between viruses and bacteria?

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Viruses are smaller and require a host cell to replicate, while bacteria are single-celled organisms that can reproduce independently.

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How does the immune system work to protect you against infectious agents?

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The immune system identifies and attacks pathogens through various cells and antibodies, providing a defense against infections.

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What is the function of the Cardiovascular system?

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Transport oxygen, food, and waste products throughout the body.

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What is the function of the Digestive system?

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Breaks down food in order to provide energy to the body.

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What is the function of the Endocrine system?

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Controls body processes like homeostasis, growth and development by using chemical messages.

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What is the function of the Integumentary system?

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Protects from pathogens, regulates body temperature and removes waste.

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What is the function of the Lymphatic system?

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Collects excess fluid and returns it to thee blood, helps fight pathogens.

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What is the function of the Muscular system?

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Moves the body and internal organisms, produces heat.

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What is the function of the Nervous system?

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Gathers information about the internal and external environment and responds to the information using electrical messages.

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What is the function of the Reproductive system?

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Produces offspring.

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What is the function of the Skeletal system?

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Supports the body and protects internal organs.

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What is the function of the Respiratory system?

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Brings oxygen into the body and releases carbon dioxide and other wastes.

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What is the function of the Urinary system?

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Removes waste and excess material from the body and excretes it.