Body Systems Vocabulary

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Nervous System

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Connects brain to all tissues and organs in the rest of the body.

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Digestive System

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Breaks down food into nutrients for your body.

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Respiratory System

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Group of organs that exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.

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Excretory System

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Removes nonsolid wastes from the body.

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Skeletal System

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Protects organs and gives the body its shape.

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Muscular System

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Allows movement of the body by connecting to bones.

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Circulatory System

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An organ system that allows blood to move around the body to transport oxygen, nutrients, and waste.

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Homeostasis

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The ability of the body to maintain a stable internal environment.

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Organs

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Groups of tissues that work together to perform a specific function.

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Tissues

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Groups of similar cells that perform a specific function.