Unit 3: Human Body Review

Front

Body temperature regulation is an example of a ______________ loop.

Back

negative loop

Front

When reading the ingredients on a nutrition facts label, carbohydrates are written as a type of ______________.

Back

Sugar

Front

What is the function of the digestive system?

Back

To break down food into useful nutrients.

Front

The skeletal system and the muscular system work together to do which of the following?

Back

Allow the body to move from one place to another.

Front

Each animal has a body system that collects wastes and moves the wastes outside of the animal's body. What is this system?

Back

Excretory system.

Front

What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

Back

To transport nutrients and oxygen to cells and remove waste products.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment.

Front

What role do enzymes play in the digestive system?

Back

Enzymes help break down food into smaller, absorbable molecules.

Front

What is the main purpose of the respiratory system?

Back

To take in oxygen and excrete carbon dioxide.

Front

What is the function of the skeletal system?

Back

To provide structure, support, and protection to the body.