Body Systems Test Review 2024

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What is a stimulus?

Back

A change in the environment that can provoke a response from an organism.

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What is homeostasis?

Back

The process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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Which body systems are involved in making and eating a sandwich?

Back

Nervous, skeletal, digestive, and muscular systems work together.

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What is the role of the nervous system?

Back

The nervous system is responsible for sending and receiving messages throughout the body.

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What is a response?

Back

A reaction to a stimulus.

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What are sensory receptors?

Back

Specialized cells that detect changes in the environment and send signals to the nervous system.

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Give an example of homeostasis in the human body.

Back

Goosebumps when cold is an example of the body trying to maintain its temperature.

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What is the function of the muscular system?

Back

The muscular system allows for movement of the body and helps in various bodily functions.

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What is the circulatory system responsible for?

Back

The circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood, nutrients, gases, and waste products throughout the body.

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How do the nervous and muscular systems work together?

Back

The nervous system sends signals to the muscular system to initiate movement.