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Body Systems
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A structure made of one or more tissues that preforms a function in the body | Organ |
| Several organs that work together to preform a function | System |
| Includes the lungs and exchanges oxygen for carbon dioxide | Respiratory System |
| Includes the muscles and is responsible for movement in the body | Muscular System |
| The smallest unit of structure and function in the body | Cell |
| Is responsible for breaking down food so the body can get nutrients | Digestive System |
| Any substance that can cause damage to the body | Toxin |
| This occurs mostly in the mouth with the teeth and makes food smaller | Mechanical Breakdown |
| Includes the bones and is responsible for structure and protection | Skeletal System |