Biology Flashcard

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What is the main function of the immune system?

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To recognize and attack disease-causing organisms.

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What two systems interact to supply the body with nutrients?

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The digestive system breaks down food for absorption, and the circulatory system transports nutrients.

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What is the role of the excretory system in relation to the circulatory system?

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Wastes are filtered out of the blood.

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Which system works with the circulatory system to deliver oxygen?

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The respiratory system.

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What does the digestive system do?

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It breaks down food into nutrients that can be absorbed by the body.

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What is the function of white blood cells?

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To fight infections and protect the body from disease.

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How does the circulatory system support the immune system?

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It transports white blood cells and antibodies throughout the body.

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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To take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide.

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What is homeostasis?

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

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What is the role of hormones in the endocrine system?

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To regulate various functions in the body, including growth, metabolism, and mood.