Intro to Body Systems

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What is the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system is the framework of bones, cartilage, and ligaments that supports the body, protects internal organs, and allows movement.

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What is the function of the nervous system?

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The nervous system detects information from the environment and directs the body's responses to that information.

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What does the circulatory system include?

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The circulatory system includes the heart and blood vessels, responsible for transporting blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout the body.

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Which two systems work together to deliver oxygen to cells?

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The respiratory system and the circulatory system work together to deliver oxygen to cells and remove carbon dioxide.

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What organs are part of the digestive system?

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The digestive system includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine, which work together to break down food and absorb nutrients.

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What is the role of the respiratory system?

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The respiratory system is responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide through the lungs.

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How do the skeletal and muscular systems interact?

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The skeletal and muscular systems work together to enable movement; muscles pull on bones to create motion.

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What is homeostasis?

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

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What is the function of the excretory system?

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The excretory system removes waste products from the body and regulates water and salt balance.

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What is the role of the heart in the circulatory system?

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The heart pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues and organs.