Human body systems

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What is the cardiovascular system?

Back

The cardiovascular system includes the heart, blood, arteries, and veins, and is responsible for transporting blood and oxygen throughout the body.

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How do the muscular and skeletal systems work together?

Back

The muscular system allows the body to move, while the skeletal system provides structure and support.

Front

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

Back

The digestive system breaks down food so that nutrients can be absorbed by the body.

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What are the three types of muscles?

Back

The three types of muscles are skeletal, smooth, and cardiac.

Front

What is the function of the respiratory system?

Back

The respiratory system takes in oxygen and removes carbon dioxide from the body.

Front

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

Back

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

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What is the function of arteries?

Back

Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body's tissues.

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What is the role of veins?

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Veins carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the function of the skeletal system?

Back

The skeletal system provides structure, support, and protection for the body's organs.

Front

What is the role of smooth muscles?

Back

Smooth muscles control involuntary movements in organs such as the stomach and intestines.