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Human Body Systems
Unit 7 Human Body Systems and their functions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Works with the skeletal system and allows movement of body parts. | Muscular System |
| Supports the body and protects important organs. Also makes blood cells. | Skeletal System |
| Gathers oxygen from the environment and gets rid of carbon dioxide. | Respiratory System |
| Moves blood through the body. | Cardiovascular System |
| Produces sperm and delivers it to the female reproductive system. | Male Reproductive System |
| Produces eggs and nourishes a developing fetus. | Female Reproductive System |
| Produces hormones that help regulate conditions inside the body as well as influence growth and development. | Endocrine System |
| The protective covering of the body that includes skin, hair, and nails. | Integumentary System |
| Collects information and responds to it by sending electrical signals. | Nervous System |
| Breaks down food into nutrients that can be used by the body. | Digestive System |
| Gets rid of the body's wastes. | Excretory System |
| Systems other than excretory system that get rid of waste. | Integumentary, respiratory, and digestive system |
| Absorbs excess fluid and returns it back to the blood; is a major part of the immune system. | Lymphatic System |
| Overall function is to limit or prevent infection. | Immune System |
| The maintenance of a constant internal environment when outside conditions change. | Homeostasis |
| Allows humans to produce offspring. | Reproductive System |
| Master control for the rest of the systems. | Nervous System |
| Transports nutrients, oxygen, and waste to and from the cells. | Circulatory System |
| Made of central and peripheral nervous system. | Nervous System |