Body System Interactions

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What is the role of the immune system?

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The immune system fights diseases and protects the body from infections.

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How does the circulatory system support the immune system?

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The circulatory system transports white blood cells that fight infection.

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What body system is responsible for breaking down food?

Back

The Digestive System.

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm in relation to the respiratory system?

Back

The diaphragm is made of skeletal muscle tissue that helps you breathe.

Front

How do the digestive and respiratory systems work together?

Back

They bring oxygen and nutrients to cells for cellular respiration.

Front

What is the basic unit of all organ systems?

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Cells.

Front

What are white blood cells?

Back

White blood cells are part of the immune system that help fight infections.

Front

What is the function of the digestive system?

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The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients that the body can use.

Front

What is the role of the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system transports blood, nutrients, oxygen, and waste products throughout the body.

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What type of muscle tissue is the diaphragm made of?

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The diaphragm is made of skeletal muscle tissue.