Human Body Systems Vocabulary

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The circulatory system is...

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the organs and tissues involved in circulating blood through the body

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What is an organ?

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A group of tissues that work together to perform closely related functions.

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Which body system is responsible for bringing oxygen into your body and removing carbon dioxide?

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respiratory system

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What is a cell?

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the smallest unit of life

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Which system is made up the network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body?

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nervous system

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Tissue

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A group of similar cells that perform the same function.

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Which human body system is responsible for providing your body with nutrients from food?

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digestive system

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The excretory system is...

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responsible for filtering your blood, removing wastes, and heating and cooling your body.

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Organ system

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A group of organs that work together in performing vital bodily functions.

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This human body system is made up of all of the bones and muscles in your body. It is responsible for body structure and movements.

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musculoskeletal system