Human Body Flashcard Practice 11/20/24

Front

Which system is responsible for breaking down and absorbing nutrients from food?

Back

Digestive system

Front

What is the main role of the nervous system?

Back

To control both voluntary and involuntary actions

Front

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

Back

To take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide

Front

Which two systems work together to provide oxygen to the muscles?

Back

Circulatory and respiratory systems

Front

What role do the muscles in the stomach play in the body?

Back

They help in breaking down food

Front

Do arteries carry oxygen rich blood away from the heart?

Back

True

Front

Do veins carry oxygen poor blood back to the heart?

Back

True

Front

What is the cardiac muscle?

Back

Heart

Front

When you breathe, your lungs take in ___ and remove ___.

Back

oxygen/carbon dioxide

Front

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

to provide oxygen and remove carbon dioxide from the body