Body systems Flashcards

1
Q

What are the major systems of the human body?

A

The major systems are the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, musculoskeletal, integumentary, immune, urinary, and reproductive systems.

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2
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True or False: The circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood throughout the body.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The ______ system is responsible for gas exchange in the body.

A

respiratory

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4
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Which system controls body functions through hormones?

A

The endocrine system

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5
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What is the primary function of the digestive system?

A

To break down food and absorb nutrients.

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6
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the nervous system? A) Brain B) Spinal Cord C) Heart D) Nerves

A

C) Heart

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What is the role of the integumentary system?

A

To protect the body and regulate temperature.

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True or False: The immune system is responsible for defending the body against pathogens.

A

True

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9
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Fill in the blank: The ______ system is responsible for the elimination of waste products from the body.

A

urinary

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10
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What are the two main components of the musculoskeletal system?

A

Bones and muscles.

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11
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Multiple Choice: Which system includes organs such as the ovaries and testes? A) Circulatory B) Reproductive C) Endocrine D) Digestive

A

B) Reproductive

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

A

To supply the body with oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.

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13
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True or False: The heart is part of the respiratory system.

A

False

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14
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Fill in the blank: The ______ system helps regulate body temperature and protects against infection.

A

integumentary

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15
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What is homeostasis?

A

The maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body.

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16
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Multiple Choice: Which system is primarily responsible for movement? A) Nervous B) Musculoskeletal C) Endocrine D) Digestive

A

B) Musculoskeletal

17
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What is the function of red blood cells?

A

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues.

18
Q

True or False: The endocrine system uses electrical signals to communicate.

A

False

19
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ system consists of glands that release hormones.

A

endocrine

20
Q

What organ is primarily responsible for filtering blood in the urinary system?

A

The kidneys.

21
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a function of the digestive system? A) Circulation B) Digestion C) Respiration D) Protection

A

B) Digestion

22
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What is the role of the lymphatic system?

A

To defend against infection and disease and to transport lymph.

23
Q

True or False: The skeletal system produces hormones.

A

False

24
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ system includes the brain and spinal cord.

A

nervous

25
Q

What is the primary function of the reproductive system?

A

To produce offspring.

26
Q

Multiple Choice: Which organ is part of both the digestive and endocrine systems? A) Liver B) Heart C) Lungs D) Kidneys

A

A) Liver

27
Q

True or False: The skin is the largest organ of the integumentary system.

A

True

28
Q

What are the functions of the Muscular System?

A

Movement (Locomotion)
Heat generation
Posture