Body Systems Quiz Flashcards
Which organ system is responsible for transporting oxygen,carbon dioxide,nutrients and wastes through the body?
Cardiovascular/circulatory system
What is the primary function of the digestive system?
Digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Which system secretes hormones that regulate body functions and metabolism,including growth and reproduction?
Endocrine system
What is the main function of the immune system?
Protection from infection.
Which system is responsible for protection from infection,Water and heat loss as well as vitamin D?
Integumentary system
What is the function of the lymphatic system?
Return of lost fluid to the blood and protection from infection.
Which system is primarily responsible for movement of the whole body and substances through the body?
Muscular system
What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
Protection,muscle anchoring,ion storage and blood cell production.
What is the function of the reproductive system?
Production,growth and development of offspring.
Which system facilitates the exchange of gases,Including oxygen and carbon dioxide?
Respiratory system
Which system serves as a communication network within the body?
Nervous system
What is the primary function of the urinary/renal system
Filtration of blood,control of blood volume and chemical composition
Cells make up what?
Body tissues
Tissues make up organs
It’s apart of an organ system.
