OpenSciEd 7.3

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What is the role of the digestive system in the body?

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The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients, which are then absorbed into the bloodstream to provide energy and support bodily functions.

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How does the respiratory system contribute to the circulatory system?

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The respiratory system provides oxygen to the blood and removes carbon dioxide, which is essential for cellular respiration.

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What is the relationship between the digestive and respiratory systems?

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They both send important substances to the bloodstream to be carried around the body to all cells.

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Why are some molecules absorbed into the bloodstream while others are not?

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Some molecules are smaller than others, allowing them to pass through the cell membranes into the bloodstream.

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What happens to complex carbohydrates when they are digested?

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Complex carbohydrates (like starch) are broken down into simpler sugars, primarily glucose.

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What is glucose and why is it important?

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Glucose is a simple sugar that serves as a primary energy source for the body's cells.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

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How does celiac disease affect the body?

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Celiac disease causes an immune reaction to gluten, leading to damage in the small intestine and affecting nutrient absorption.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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What is the difference between starch and glucose?

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Starch is made up of many glucose molecules bonded together, while glucose is a single sugar molecule.

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What is the function of the heart in relation to oxygen and glucose?

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The heart pumps blood to deliver oxygen and glucose to cells for energy production.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What are the main components of the circulatory system?

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The main components are the heart, blood vessels, and blood.