Body Systems

Front

What is the main function of the circulatory system?

Back

The circulatory system provides oxygen and nutrients to the organs and tissues of the body and removes waste products.

Front

Which system provides a framework for the body?

Back

The skeletal system provides a framework for the body, supporting and protecting organs.

Front

What is the primary function of the muscular system?

Back

The muscular system allows for movement of the body by contracting and relaxing muscles.

Front

What does the excretory system do?

Back

The excretory system gets rid of waste that the body sees as poison, helping to maintain homeostasis.

Front

Which system includes the lungs?

Back

The respiratory system includes the lungs, which are responsible for gas exchange.

Front

What is the role of the digestive system?

Back

The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients that the body can use for energy and growth.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

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

Front

What organs are part of the circulatory system?

Back

The heart, blood vessels (arteries, veins, capillaries), and blood are part of the circulatory system.

Front

What is the function of the integumentary system?

Back

The integumentary system protects the body from external damage, regulates temperature, and provides sensory information.

Front

How do the muscular and skeletal systems work together?

Back

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