Human Body Systems

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What is the major organ of the respiratory system?

Back

Lungs

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Why are the lungs considered an excretory organ?

Back

They get rid of carbon dioxide, a cellular waste.

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What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

Back

Release hormones to control many body functions.

Front

What are pathogens?

Back

Unicellular organisms or structures that cause disease.

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What is the job of the circulatory system?

Back

Transporting blood and delivering nutrients to cells.

Front

What is the pharynx?

Back

A tube-like passageway used by food, liquid, and air, containing the epiglottis.

Front

What is the function of the epiglottis?

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It folds down when you swallow to prevent food or water from entering the lungs.

Front

What does the circulatory system transport?

Back

Blood and nutrients.

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What is the role of hormones in the body?

Back

They regulate various body functions.

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What is the difference between the respiratory and circulatory systems?

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The respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange, while the circulatory system transports blood and nutrients.