Body Systems

Front

What is a group of organs that work together and perform a specific task?

Back

Organ system

Front

What system collects and eliminates wastes from the body and regulates fluid levels?

Back

Excretory system

Front

Which system acts as protection, covering the body, and regulating fluid and body temperature?

Back

Integumentary system

Front

What are the waves of muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract called?

Back

Peristalsis

Front

What are the main organs of the respiratory system?

Back

Lungs

Front

What is the function of the circulatory system?

Back

To transport blood, nutrients, gases, and waste throughout the body.

Front

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

Back

To break down food into nutrients that the body can use.

Front

What is the role of the muscular system?

Back

To enable movement of the body and maintain posture.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment.

Front

What is the function of the nervous system?

Back

To transmit signals between different parts of the body and coordinate responses.