Topic 6-7 Unit 2 Review Flashcards
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Digestive system
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a group of organs that work together to break down food and eliminate wastes; including the stomach and intestines
2
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Respiratory
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the system that moves air in and out of the body; includes the lungs, bronchi, trachea, and nasal passages
3
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Circulatory system
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the system that transports food and oxygen throughout the body; including the heart, blood, and blood vessels
4
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Alveoli
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Singular alveolus
5
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Capillaries
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the smallest type of blood vessel; connects arteries and veins
6
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Excretory system
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the system that regulates blood composition and gets rid of waste fluids; includes the kidneys
7
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Nervous system
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the body system that senses internal and external
changes, and controls and coordinates body activities; including the brain and nerves
