Human Body Systems Flashcard

Front

Which body system is responsible for transporting blood throughout the body?

Back

Circulatory System

Front

Which body system is involved in producing hormones?

Back

Endocrine System

Front

Which body system is responsible for removing waste from the blood?

Back

Urinary System

Front

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for connecting the brain to the rest of the body?

Back

Spinal cord

Front

What are the components of the nervous system mentioned in the text?

Back

Brain, spinal cord, nerves

Front

How does the brain communicate with different parts of the body?

Back

By sending impulses

Front

What is the major function of the spinal cord?

Back

To relay messages from the brain

Front

Which of the following is a part of the endocrine system? Heart, Thyroid gland, Lungs, Stomach

Back

Thyroid gland

Front

What are hormones?

Back

Chemicals that travel in the blood and cause changes in different parts of the body

Front

What is the role of glands in the endocrine system?

Back

To release hormones that may affect organs