Human Body Systems Quiz Flashcards
Heart, blood vessels, blood
Circulatory system
What system functions this: transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste throughout the body
Circulatory systems
The circulatory system interacts with what systems
Respiratory system: oxygen
Digestive system: absorbs and distribes nutrients
Excretory system: Removes waste
Red blood cells?
Carry oxygen
White blood cells?
Fight infections
What are the main components of Respiratory system
Lungs, trachea, bronchi
What are the functions of respiratory?
Brings oxygen into the body and removes carbon dioxide
What systems do the respiratory system interacts with?
Circulatory system: exchanges gases in the lungs
Muscular system: diaphragm helps breathing
What is the primary organ for oxygenating?
Lungs
What are the main components of the digestive system
Mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines
What are the main functions of the digestive system
Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients
What system does the digestive system work with
Circulatory system: absorbs and distributes nutrients
Excretory system: removes undigested food
What system produces enzymes to help break down food
Digestive
What are the main components of the nervous system?
Brain, spinal cord, nerves
What is the function of the nervous system?
Send electrical signals throughout the body
What systems do the nervous systems interact with?
Muscular system: controls body movements
Endocrine systems: regulates hormone production
All other systems: coordinates and controls body functions
What does a muscular system do?
Made of muscles at contract and relax
What does a skeletal system do?
Provide structure and protection
How do muscular and skeletal systems work together?
– Most muscles pull on bone to create movement
– Bones provide attachment points for muscles
What system do the muscular and skeletal systems interact with?
Circulatory system: bones produce red blood cells
What is the immune system do?
Defends the body against pathogens
What is the main component of immune system?
White blood cells, and antibiotics
Integumentary system is what
Skin
Integumentary helps the body how
-Protects the body from external threats
-helps regulate body temperature
- act as a first sided defense for immune system