7th Human Body Systems: Ch 15, 16, 17, 18

Front

What organ does letter C represent?

Back

Spleen

Front

The lymphatic system cleans fluid for which system?

Back

Immune system

Front

Which blood type can be donated to all humans?

Back

Type O

Front

In which part of the system does chemical digestion begin?

Back

Mouth

Front

Which part of the blood plays the most direct role in fighting pathogens?

Back

White blood cells

Front

What is the primary function of the diaphragm?

Back

To assist in breathing by contracting and relaxing to change the volume of the thoracic cavity.

Front

What is the role of the thymus in the immune system?

Back

It is where T-cells mature, which are crucial for adaptive immunity.

Front

What is the function of lymph nodes?

Back

To filter lymph fluid and trap pathogens.

Front

What are platelets responsible for in the blood?

Back

They help in blood clotting.

Front

What is the main function of red blood cells?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.