Body systems Flashcards
What are the 11 body systems?
M - uscular
U - rinary
R - espiratory
D - igestive
E - ndocrine
R - eproductive
S - keletal
L - ymphatic
I - ntegumentary
N - ervous
C - ardiovascular
Which body system is responsible for protecting the body from external damage?
Integumentary system.
True or False: The skeletal system is primarily responsible for movement.
False.
Fill in the blank: The _____ system is responsible for hormone production.
Endocrine.
What is the primary function of the muscular system?
Facilitating movement of the body.
Which body system includes the brain and spinal cord?
Nervous system.
What is the main function of the cardiovascular system?
To transport blood, nutrients, gases, and waste throughout the body.
Multiple Choice: Which system is primarily involved in immune response? A) Digestive B) Lymphatic C) Respiratory D) Muscular
B) Lymphatic.
True or False: The respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange.
True.
What two systems work together to ensure homeostasis through communication?
Nervous and Endocrine systems.
Fill in the blank: The _____ system is responsible for the breakdown of food.
Digestive.
Which body system removes waste products from the body?
Urinary system.
What is the primary function of the reproductive system?
To produce offspring.
Multiple Choice: Which body system includes bones and cartilage? A) Muscular B) Endocrine C) Skeletal D) Integumentary
C) Skeletal.
True or False: The integumentary system includes the skin, hair, and nails.
True.
What role does the lymphatic system play in the body?
It helps defend against infection and disease.
Which system is primarily involved in nutrient absorption?
Digestive system.
Fill in the blank: The _____ system is involved in the transportation of oxygen.
Cardiovascular.
What is the main function of the nervous system?
To transmit signals between different parts of the body.
Multiple Choice: Which system regulates metabolism? A) Lymphatic B) Endocrine C) Muscular D) Skeletal
B) Endocrine.
True or False: The muscular system includes smooth, cardiac, and skeletal muscles.
True.
What is the function of the skeletal system in terms of support?
To provide structure and support for the body.
Fill in the blank: The _____ system is crucial for emotional responses and memory.
Nervous.
Which body system helps maintain fluid balance?
Lymphatic system.
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
To facilitate breathing and gas exchange.
Multiple Choice: Which system is NOT a part of the body systems? A) Endocrine B) Digestive C) Photosynthesis D) Cardiovascular
C) Photosynthesis.
True or False: The urinary system helps in regulating blood pressure.
True.
What does the term ‘homeostasis’ refer to?
The maintenance of stable internal conditions in the body.
Fill in the blank: The _____ system produces gametes.
Reproductive.