Body System interactions

Front

What is the main function of the circulatory system?

Back

The circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood and delivering nutrients to cells throughout the body.

Front

Which body system is responsible for breaking down food?

Back

The digestive system is responsible for breaking down food into nutrients that the body can use.

Front

What two body systems work together to remove waste from the body?

Back

The digestive system and the excretory system work together to break down food and eliminate waste.

Front

What role do the kidneys play in the urinary system?

Back

The kidneys purify impure blood and help regulate the body's fluid balance.

Front

Which system transports blood to the kidneys?

Back

The circulatory system is mainly responsible for transporting blood to the kidneys.

Front

What is a reflex action?

Back

A reflex action is an involuntary and nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus.

Front

Which two body systems interact when you touch something sharp?

Back

The nervous system and the muscular system interact to cause a reflex response when you touch something sharp.

Front

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

Back

The primary function of the respiratory system is to facilitate breathing and exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.

Front

How does the circulatory system support the immune system?

Back

The circulatory system transports white blood cells and antibodies that help fight diseases.

Front

What is the role of the excretory system?

Back

The excretory system removes waste products from the body and regulates water and salt balance.