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Body Systems Practic
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Regulates body temperature, acts as a physical barrier to protect the body | Integumentary system |
| Produces red blood cells, provides support, and protects organs | Skeletal system |
| Allows for movement of the body | Muscular system |
| Transports wastes, gases, hormones, and nutrients throughout the body | Circulatory system |
| Exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide | Respiratory system |
| Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients for energy | Digestive system |
| Removes wastes from the body | Excretory system |
| Coordinates all body functions by sending electrical signals | Nervous system |
| Defends the body by detecting and destroying pathogens | Immune system |
| Regulates body temperature, metabolism, development, and reproduction by sending chemical messages called hormones | Endocrine system |
| Production of new individuals | Reproductive system |
| Which body systems are involved in the following scenario: Bacteria enters the body after eating expired food. The immune system detects the bacteria and sends white blood cells to destroy it. | Circulatory, digestive, and immune |
| Which body systems are involved in the following scenario: after too many electrolytes are produced, the body begins to sweat to release some of the excess electrolytes. | Excretory and integumentary |
| Which body systems are involved in the following scenario: after being scared, the hormone adrenaline is released into the body. This causes the heart to beat faster and the lungs to work more rapidly. | Endocrine, circulatory, and respiratory |
| Which body systems are involved in the following scenario: while lifting weights, muscles such as the biceps and triceps move the bones of the arm. | Muscular and skeletal |