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Human Body
FL 5th Grade - Human Body Organs
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| nerves | What type of tissue will carry messages to the brain very quickly when the body feels sudden pressure and sting? |
| pancreas | What organ produces insulin to control blood sugar levels? |
| small intestine | Which organ allows the blood to absorb nutrients from food? |
| skin | Which organ removes heat from the body by sweating and evaporation? |
| kidneys | Which organ is paired with and works closely with the bladder? |
| liver | Which organ has the similar function as the pancreas where it produces digestive juices? |
| large intestine | Which organ absorbs water and salts from leftover food materials? |
| digestive | The mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine are all ______________________ organs. |
| circulate | The heart, blood vessels (arteries, veins and capillaries) and blood work together to _____________________ oxygen and nutrients around the body. |
| heart | Four chambered muscular organs that pumps blood throughout the body |
| lungs | Pair of organs in the chest responsible for respiration (breathing), bringing air to the bloodstream, and removing carbon dioxide waste. |