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Chapter 3 Human Body Flashcards

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What is the simplest level of organization in the body?

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Cell

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True or False: Tissues are made up of similar cells that perform a specific function.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The four basic types of tissues are ______, connective, muscle, and nervous.

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epithelial

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What is the level of organization that consists of groups of tissues working together?

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Organ

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Which body system is responsible for transporting blood and nutrients?

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Circulatory system

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What is the largest organ in the human body?

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Skin

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True or False: An organ system is made up of multiple organs that work together.

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True

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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To exchange gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) with the environment.

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Fill in the blank: The ______ system is responsible for producing hormones.

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endocrine

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10
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Which system is responsible for protecting the body from disease?

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Immune system

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What is the main purpose of the digestive system?

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To break down food and absorb nutrients.

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True or False: The nervous system is responsible for coordinating body activities.

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True

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What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

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Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system.

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Which body system includes the heart and blood vessels?

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Cardiovascular system

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Fill in the blank: The ______ system is responsible for movement and posture.

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muscular

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16
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What is the function of the skeletal system?

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To provide structure and support to the body.

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17
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True or False: The integumentary system includes only the skin.

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False

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What is the primary role of the urinary system?

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To remove waste products from the body and regulate fluid balance.

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19
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Which organ is primarily responsible for filtering blood in the urinary system?

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Kidney

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What are the main components of the lymphatic system?

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Lymph nodes, lymph vessels, and lymph.

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21
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Fill in the blank: The ______ system is responsible for reproduction.

A

reproductive

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22
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What is homeostasis?

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The maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body.

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23
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True or False: The endocrine system works faster than the nervous system.

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False

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24
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What is the basic functional unit of the nervous system?

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Neuron

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Which type of muscle tissue is involuntary and found in the walls of organs?
Smooth muscle
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What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?
Ball-and-socket joint
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Fill in the blank: The ______ system regulates metabolic processes.
endocrine
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What is the primary function of red blood cells?
To carry oxygen to the body's tissues.
29
True or False: The digestive system includes both mechanical and chemical processes.
True
30
What is the function of the alveoli in the respiratory system?
To facilitate gas exchange.
31
Which body system is responsible for the production of gametes?
Reproductive system
32
Fill in the blank: The ______ system helps regulate body temperature.
integumentary
33
What is the role of the pancreas in the digestive system?
To produce digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.
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True or False: The skeletal system is involved in blood cell production.
True
35
What are the components of the cardiovascular system?
Heart, blood, and blood vessels.
36
Fill in the blank: The ______ system includes the brain and spinal cord.
central nervous
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What type of tissue connects bones to muscles?
Tendons
38
True or False: The lungs are part of the circulatory system.
False
39
What is the primary purpose of the immune system?
To defend the body against pathogens.
40
Fill in the blank: ______ are the basic units of life.
Cells
41
What is the largest organ in the endocrine system?
Pituitary gland
42
True or False: The digestive system does not include the liver.
False
43
What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?
To absorb nutrients from digested food.
44
Fill in the blank: The ______ system controls movement and balance.
nervous
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What is the function of the gallbladder?
To store bile produced by the liver.
46
True or False: Blood is considered a connective tissue.
True
47
What type of joint is found in the knee?
Hinge joint
48
Fill in the blank: The ______ system is essential for gas exchange.
respiratory
49
What is the primary function of the adrenal glands?
To produce hormones that regulate metabolism and stress response.
50
True or False: The skeletal system provides a framework for the body's organs.
True
51
What are the two parts of the peripheral nervous system?
Somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ system includes the organs involved in reproduction.
reproductive
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What is the primary function of the muscular system?
To facilitate movement of the body.
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True or False: Skeletal muscles are involuntary muscles.
False
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Fill in the blank: The three types of muscle tissue are _____, smooth, and cardiac.
skeletal
57
What type of muscle is responsible for the heartbeat?
Cardiac muscle
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Which type of muscle is found in the walls of hollow organs?
Smooth muscle
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Multiple choice: Which type of muscle is striated? A) Smooth B) Cardiac C) Skeletal D) All of the above
D) All of the above
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What is the role of tendons in the muscular system?
To connect muscles to bones.
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What is the basic unit of muscle contraction called?
Sarcomere
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True or False: Muscle fibers can regenerate after injury.
True
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What is the term for the process by which muscles increase in size?
Hypertrophy
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What is the primary function of the muscular system?
To facilitate movement of the body.
65
True or False: Skeletal muscles are involuntary muscles.
False
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Fill in the blank: The three types of muscle tissue are _____, smooth, and cardiac.
skeletal
67
What type of muscle is responsible for the heartbeat?
Cardiac muscle
68
Which type of muscle is found in the walls of hollow organs?
Smooth muscle
69
Multiple choice: Which type of muscle is striated? A) Smooth B) Cardiac C) Skeletal D) All of the above
D) All of the above
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What is the role of tendons in the muscular system?
To connect muscles to bones.
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What is the basic unit of muscle contraction called?
Sarcomere
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True or False: Muscle fibers can regenerate after injury.
True
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What is the term for the process by which muscles increase in size?
Hypertrophy

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