GR 8 UNIT B CELLS & SYSTEMS SECTION 2 FLASHCARDS

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Body System that transports oxygen and food throughout the body.

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CIRCULATORY SYSTEM

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Body System that transports oxygen into the blood stream from the outside air, and carbon dioxide from the blood stream outside the body.

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RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

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Body System responsible for breaking down food into nutrients that can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

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DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

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Body System that provides support and structure to the body, and protects vital organs.

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SKELETAL SYSTEM

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Body System that controls and coordinates actions and reactions by transmitting signals to and from different parts of the body.

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NERVOUS SYSTEM

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Body System that protects the bodies internal environment from external environment. Senses pain, pressure, and temperature.

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INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM

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Body System that removes waste products from the body and regulates water and electrolyte balance.

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EXCRETORY SYSTEM

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Found "hair-like" vessels in the lungs of frogs.

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Marcello Malpighi

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Name given to fine blood vessels.

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Capillaries

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Type of microscope used in our labs.

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