Healing the Body

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body.

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How are structure and function related in the body?

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Body parts are made a certain way to perform their job well.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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True or False: Blood and nerves are found in skin, bones, AND muscles.

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True

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What do muscle cells look like?

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Muscle cells look like red sticks or string.

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What happens when cells fill a gap?

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They split the nucleus, divide, and make a new identical cell.

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What is the primary role of white blood cells?

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White blood cells help fight infections and protect the body.

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What is the function of platelets in the blood?

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Platelets help in blood clotting to prevent bleeding.

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What is the role of the heart in the circulatory system?

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The heart pumps blood throughout the body.

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What is the importance of oxygen in the body?

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Oxygen is essential for cellular respiration, which produces energy.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

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What is the difference between arteries and veins?

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Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood back to the heart.