Body system structures and functions

Question 1

What is a body system?

Answer 1

-A group of organs or structures that work together

-Perform important functions within the body

-When one body system falls,other body systems are affected

-There are 11 major body systems in the human body

Question 2

What is a circulatory system?

Answer 2

They transport oxygen and nutrients to the body and removes co2 and other waste products

Important structures
1.Arteries
2.Veins
3.Capillaries

Question 3

What is a Respiratory system?

Answer 3

Supplies the blood with oxygen in order for the blood to deliver oxygen to all parts of the body.

Important structures
1.Trachea
2.Bronchi
3Lungs

Question 4

What is a skeletal system?

Answer 4

Provides support,movement,protection,blood cell production,and calcium storage

important structures
1.femur
2.skull
3.humerus

Question 5

What is a muscular system?

Answer 5

Responsible for the movement of the human body

Important structures
1.Biceps
2.Quadiceps
3.Trapezius

Question 6

What is a digestive system?

Answer 6

Breaks down food into tiny molecules to allow the body to absorb nutrients

important structures
1.stomach
2.intestines
3.liver

Question 7

what is Excretory system?

Answer 7

Removes waste that can cause toxic build up and lead to disases or death

important structures
1.Kidneys
2.Ureter
3.urethra

Question 8

What is a nervous system?