Unit 3: Organisms Systems and Functions

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What is the organization of the human body into systems?

Back

The body is a system of interacting subsystems composed of groups of cells.

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What is a product of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose.

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How do the circulatory and respiratory systems interact?

Back

The respiratory system supplies oxygen to the circulatory system, which transports it to cells.

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What happens to glucose during cellular respiration?

Back

It is broken down to release energy.

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What system is responsible for transporting blood and oxygen in the body?

Back

Circulatory system.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is cellular respiration?

Back

The process by which cells break down glucose and oxygen to produce energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What role do red blood cells play in the circulatory system?

Back

They transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carry carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

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

Back

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

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What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

To supply the body with oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.