Body Systems--Legacy

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What is the primary function of the lungs in the respiratory system?

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The primary function of the lungs is to facilitate gas exchange, allowing oxygen to enter the bloodstream and carbon dioxide to be expelled.

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Why are the lungs considered an excretory organ?

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The lungs are considered an excretory organ because they remove carbon dioxide, a waste product of cellular respiration, from the body.

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What system is responsible for removing wastes from the blood?

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The excretory system is responsible for removing wastes from the blood.

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What is the major role of the endocrine system?

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The major role of the endocrine system is to release hormones that control various body functions.

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Which systems do neurons depend on for cellular respiration?

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Neurons depend on the respiratory, digestive, and circulatory systems for cellular respiration.

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How do the digestive and respiratory systems work together?

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The digestive and respiratory systems work together to bring oxygen and nutrients to cells for cellular respiration.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, producing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.

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What is the role of the circulatory system in relation to the respiratory system?

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The circulatory system transports oxygen from the lungs to the body's cells and carries carbon dioxide from the cells back to the lungs.

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What waste product do the kidneys remove from the blood?

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The kidneys remove urea, a waste product formed from the breakdown of proteins, from the blood.

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What is the function of hormones in the body?

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Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate various physiological processes, including growth, metabolism, and mood.