organs Flashcards
1
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role of the heart
A
pumps blood around the body
2
Q
role of the kidneys
A
produces urine
3
Q
role of the brain
A
controls body activities
4
Q
role of the stomach
A
acid to kill bacteria, enzymes to digest protein
5
Q
role of the lungs
A
where gas exchange occurs
6
Q
role of the small intestine
A
digestion + absorption of food molecules
7
Q
role of the large intestine
A
absorbs water from the remaining indigestible food matter