SC8 #2 Body Systems

Question 1

What is the function of the circulatory system?

Answer 1

Transports nutrients, dissolved gases and waste

Question 2

What is the function of the digestive system?

Answer 2

Breaks down food into molecules small enough to pass into cells

Question 3

What is the function of the respiratory system?

Answer 3

Exchanges gases

Question 4

What is the function of the excretory system?

Answer 4

Removal of waste

Question 5

What is the function of the immune system?

Answer 5

Defends the body against infections

Question 6

What is the function of the endocrine system?

Answer 6

Manufactures and releases hormones

Question 7

What is the function of the reproductive system?

Answer 7

Produces and carries offspring

Question 8

What is the function of the skeletal system?

Answer 8

Supports, protects, and works with muscles to move the body

Question 9

What is the function of the integumentary system?

Answer 9

Creates a waterproof barrier for skin, hair and nails

Question 10

What is the function of the muscle system?

Answer 10

Muscles work with bones to move the body

Question 11

What is the function of the nervous system?

Answer 11

Responds to environment and controls body activities

Question 12

What is the body system?

Answer 12

Cells - Tissue - Organ - Organ System - Organism