Human Body Systems Review

The cells in the human body are like little factories. In order to grow, repair, and live, the cells need supplies. Which body systems help these cells get the energy they need?

• circulatory system and immune system

• digestive system and excretory system

• circulatory system and digestive system

• respiratory system and excretory system

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The mouth aids in digestion by

• chemical digestion.

• mechanical digestion.

• both mechanical and chemical digestion.

• The mouth is not part of digestion.

The order of the digestive tract is

• esophagus, stomach, small intestine, pancreas, liver

• mouth, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, anus

• mouth esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, anus

• mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, anus

Which of the following is NOT a way that the body excretes waste?

• sweating

• exhaling

• going to the bathroom

• inhaling

The failure of body systems can disrupt homeostasis. The failure of which body system can cause an immediate problem?

• Digestive

• Reproductive

• Respiratory

• Urinary

Amy goes to the doctor because she is not feeling well. The doctor carefully looks for anything abnormal in Amy’s pharynx. The doctor then listens through his stethoscope for abnormal sounds in Amy’s bronchi and alveoli. Which body system is the doctor examining?

• the lymphatic system

• the respiratory system

• the circulatory system

• the cardiovascular system

Why is the muscle action in the heart and other organs known as involuntary muscle action?

• Diet controls the action of the heart and other organ muscles.

• The tendons control the action of the heart and other organ muscles.

• The person chooses to control the action of the heart and other organ muscles.

• The person cannot consciously control the action of the heart and other organ muscles.

Organ systems work together to meet the needs of the human body. How is the skeletal system related to the nervous system?

• The skeleton protects the brain and spinal cord.

• The brain determines how the skeleton develops.

• The brain and spinal cord hold the skeleton together.

• The skeletal system works as a part of the nervous system.

Which phrase defines the term homeostasis?

• division of cells that make up the body

• regulation of the environment outside the body

• maintenance of a stable environment inside the body

• removal of waste materials produced by the cells of the body

Muscular dystrophy is an inherited disease. Over time, genetic defects weaken skeletal muscles. What problem can weakening skeletal muscles cause?

• loss of bone marrow

• damage to spongy bone

• difficulty standing and walking

• loss of involuntary muscle control

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