Flashcard 7 - Order & Design

Front

Where is the dome-shaped diaphragm located?

Back

Below the lungs.

Front

What is the liquid part of the blood called?

Back

Plasma.

Front

What do we call a group of organs working together as a unit?

Back

System.

Front

What organ is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?

Back

Heart.

Front

What is another name for the voice box?

Back

Larynx.

Front

What is the primary function of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?

Back

To assist in breathing by contracting and expanding the lungs.

Front

What are the main components of blood?

Back

Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

Front

What is the role of the heart in the circulatory system?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients.

Front

What is the function of the larynx in the respiratory system?

Back

To produce sound and protect the trachea against food aspiration.

Front

What is the difference between a tissue and a system in biology?

Back

A tissue is a group of similar cells performing a specific function, while a system is a group of organs working together.