Human Body Systems Review

What is the function of the nervous system?

• The nervous system controls and coordinates body activities by transmitting signals between different parts of the body.

• The nervous system is responsible for digesting food and absorbing nutrients.

• The nervous system helps in the production of hormones and enzymes.

• The nervous system regulates body temperature and fluid balance.

Carry blood away from the heart.

• Veins

• Capillaries

• Arteries

• Venules

What is the role of the endocrine system?

• To regulate bodily functions through hormones, which are chemical messengers released into the bloodstream.

• To control muscle movements and coordination.

• To process sensory information and respond to stimuli.

• To facilitate digestion and nutrient absorption.

The body's control center is the?

• The heart

• The brain

• The liver

• The lungs

What is the role of the muscular system?

• To enable movement by contracting and relaxing muscles.

• To provide structural support to the body.

• To protect internal organs from injury.

• To store energy for future use.

What is the function of the skeletal system?

• The skeletal system provides structure, support, and protection for the body.

• The skeletal system is responsible for digestion and nutrient absorption.

• The skeletal system regulates body temperature and fluid balance.

• The skeletal system produces hormones that control growth and metabolism.

Carry blood back to the heart.

• Arteries

• Veins

• Capillaries

• Aorta

What is homeostasis?

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

• A method of increasing body temperature during cold weather.

• The ability to adapt to new environments quickly.

• A technique for improving physical fitness through exercise.

What do capillaries do?

• They are large blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart.

• They are small blood vessels that connect arteries and veins, allowing for the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nutrients.

• They are responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.

• They are the main site for blood cell production.

What is the function of the respiratory system?

• To circulate blood throughout the body.

• To take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide.

• To digest food and absorb nutrients.

• To regulate body temperature.