Organ Systems

Front

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

Back

The primary function of the digestive system is to break down food.

Front

What is the main role of the respiratory system?

Back

The main role of the respiratory system is to bring in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.

Front

List the main components of the circulatory system.

Back

The main components of the circulatory system are the heart, veins, arteries, and capillaries.

Front

What is the function of the circulatory system?

Back

The function of the circulatory system is to deliver oxygen to the cells and remove waste from the cells.

Front

What are the key parts of the respiratory system?

Back

The key parts of the respiratory system include the nasal cavity, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

Front

How does the digestive system contribute to overall health?

Back

The digestive system contributes to overall health by breaking down food into nutrients that the body can absorb and use for energy, growth, and cell repair.

Front

Explain the process of gas exchange in the respiratory system.

Back

Gas exchange in the respiratory system occurs in the alveoli, where oxygen is absorbed into the blood and carbon dioxide is released from the blood into the lungs.

Front

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

Back

The heart pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products.

Front

Describe the pathway of air through the respiratory system.

Back

Air enters through the nasal cavity, travels down the trachea, branches into the bronchi, and reaches the lungs where gas exchange occurs.

Front

What is the significance of capillaries in the circulatory system?

Back

Capillaries are significant because they are the sites of nutrient and gas exchange between the blood and tissues.