Body System Interactions

Front

What is the role of bone marrow in the body?

Back

Bone marrow produces blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Front

Which body system is responsible for transporting nutrients and oxygen to cells?

Back

The Circulatory System.

Front

What type of tissue carries signals from the brain to the heart?

Back

Nerve tissue.

Front

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

Back

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

Front

What are the main components of the nervous system?

Back

The brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Front

How do the skeletal and circulatory systems interact?

Back

The skeletal system produces blood cells in the bone marrow, which is part of the circulatory system.

Front

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

Back

The heart pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues.

Front

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

To facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and the environment.

Front

What is connective tissue?

Back

A type of tissue that supports, binds together, and protects other tissues and organs.

Front

What is the function of epithelial tissue?

Back

To cover and protect surfaces of the body and organs, and to facilitate absorption and secretion.