Canada Grade 8 Science Human body systems

Canada Grade 8 Science Human body systems

8th Grade

15 Qs

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Canada Grade 8 Science Human body systems

Canada Grade 8 Science Human body systems

Assessment

Quiz

Science

8th Grade

Easy

NGSS
MS-LS1-3

Standards-aligned

Created by

Owen Nash

Used 6+ times

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which system in the human body is responsible for transporting blood, nutrients, and waste products?

Respiratory system

Circulatory system

Digestive system

Nervous system

Answer explanation

The circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood, nutrients, and waste products throughout the body, making it the correct choice. The other systems listed have different primary functions.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

To break down food

To circulate blood

To exchange gases

To protect the body

Answer explanation

The primary function of the respiratory system is to exchange gases, specifically oxygen and carbon dioxide, between the body and the environment. This process is essential for cellular respiration and overall metabolic function.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which organ is primarily responsible for the absorption of nutrients in the digestive system?

Stomach

Large intestine

Small intestine

Liver

Answer explanation

The small intestine is the primary organ for nutrient absorption in the digestive system, as it has a large surface area and specialized structures that facilitate the uptake of nutrients from digested food.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What is the main component of blood that carries oxygen to the body's cells?

White blood cells

Platelets

Plasma

Red blood cells

Answer explanation

Red blood cells are the main component of blood responsible for carrying oxygen to the body's cells. They contain hemoglobin, which binds to oxygen, allowing efficient transport throughout the body.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the respiratory system is also known as the windpipe?

Bronchi

Trachea

Larynx

Alveoli

Answer explanation

The trachea, commonly known as the windpipe, is the tube that connects the larynx to the bronchi, allowing air to pass to and from the lungs. It is distinct from the bronchi, larynx, and alveoli.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the diaphragm in the respiratory system?

To filter air

To produce sound

To aid in breathing

To protect the lungs

Answer explanation

The diaphragm is a muscle that contracts and relaxes to help expand and compress the lungs, facilitating breathing. Therefore, its primary role in the respiratory system is to aid in breathing.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which organ in the circulatory system is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?

Lungs

Heart

Liver

Kidneys

Answer explanation

The heart is the organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues while removing waste products. The other options, like lungs and liver, have different functions.

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