Body Systems Flashcards

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1
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Which body system transports nutrients, wastes, respiratory gases, and other materials?

A

cardiovascular system

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2
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Where does the word cardiovascular come from?

A

cardio = heart
vascular = (blood) vessels

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Which system provides oxygen to the blood and removes carbon dioxide from it?

A

the respiratory system

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4
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Which system breaks down and absorbs nutrients?

A

the digestive system

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5
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Which system concentrates and removes liquid wastes?

A

the urinary system

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6
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Which system transports lymph and protects the body against infection?

A

the lymphatic system

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Which system covers and protects the body?

A

the integumentary system

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Which system supports the body, provides attachment for muscles, and protects vital organs?

A

the skeletal system

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9
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Which system moves body parts?

A

the muscular system

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10
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Which system controls body functions and activities?

A

the nervous system

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11
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Which system controls certain internal body functions?

A

the endocrine system

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12
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Which system forms reproductive cells?

A

the reproductive system

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