3.10.T - Lesson: Body Systems Part II - Immune/Lymphatic, Integumentary, and Nervous Flashcards
What is the largest organ in the body?
The heart
The skin
The lungs
The brain
The skin
Which body system is considered the body’s defense system?
Integumentary system
Digestive system
Endocrine system
Immune system
Immune system
The components of the lymphatic system are capillaries, nodes, vessels, and other organs. In this system, tissues and organs move fluid called __________ in the bloodstream.
Lymph
Blood
Node
Saliva
Lymph
The integumentary system consists of which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
Nerves
Pulmonary veins
Exocrine glands
Nails
Hair
Skin
Exocrine glands
Nails
Hair
Skin
The nervous system consists of the __________, __________, __________, and __________. (Choose four.)
Lungs
Teeth
Spinal cord
Sensory organs
Nerves
Heart
Skin
Brain
Spinal cord
Sensory organs
Nerves
Brain
The exocrine glands of the integumentary system produce __________, __________, and __________ to cool, moisturize, and protect the skin’s surface. (Choose three.)
Wax
Sweat
Oil
Tears
Hair
Skin
Wax
Sweat
Oil
The average person’s skin weighs __________ and has a surface area of almost __________.
10 pounds, 10 square feet
20 pounds, 10 square feet
20 pounds, 20 square feet
10 pounds, 20 square feet
10 pounds, 20 square feet
Explain the importance of the immune system.
Your Answer:
The immune system is important because it protects us from infections and many other harmful bacteria or viruses.