Human Body Systems and Homeostasis

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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

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

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What are veins?

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Blood vessels that carry blood towards the heart.

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What are arteries?

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Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.

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What is homeostasis?

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The process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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To exchange gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the body and the environment.

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What role do capillaries play in the circulatory system?

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They are tiny blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste occurs.

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What is the function of insulin?

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To lower blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.

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How does the nervous system work with the endocrine system?

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It helps regulate body functions through electrical signals and hormones.

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What is the role of the digestive system?

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To break down food into nutrients that can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

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What is the function of glucagon?

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To raise blood sugar levels by promoting the release of glucose from the liver.