Science - Body Systems Vocab Flashcard

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What is the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system is the bones in the human body that interact to move, protect the body, and give it shape.

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What organ surrounds and protects the body?

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The skin is the organ that surrounds and protects the body.

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What is the function of the heart?

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The heart is an organ that moves blood to and from different areas of the body.

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What is an organ system?

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An organ system is a group of organs that work together to take care of a specific need of the body.

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What organ takes in and releases air?

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The lungs are the organs that take in and release air.

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What is the role of muscles in the body?

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Muscles are tissues that contract to produce movement in the body.

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What is tissue?

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Tissue is a group of cells that work together to perform a specific function.

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What is the function of the diaphragm?

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The diaphragm is a muscle that helps with breathing by contracting and relaxing to allow air in and out of the lungs.

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What are organs?

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Organs are structures made up of different types of tissues that work together to perform specific functions in the body.

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What is the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system is the system that moves blood, nutrients, gases, and wastes to and from cells throughout the body.