systems
Which system breaks down and absorbs food?
The digestive system
What is the function of the nervous system?
sends and receives messages throughout the body
What system does the heart belong to?
The circulatory system
What organ digests food and waste?
The small intestine
How long is the small intestine if you stretch it out?
22 feet long
Which system primary function is movement?
The muscular system
What is the function of the skeletal system?
Provide support and enables movement
What system do the kidneys belong to?
The excretory system
What organ protects the body?
Skin
How many bones does the human skeleton have?
206
Which system transports blood throughout the whole body?
The circulatory system
What is the function of the excretory system?
maintains homeostasis and removes waste products
What system do the ovaries belong to?
The reproductive system
What organ maintains fluid balance?
Lymph nodes
About how many muscles does the human body have
600
Which system circulates oxygen and carbon dioxide throughout the body?
The respiratory system
What is the function of the endocrine system?
Regulates body functions and releases hormones
What system does the skin belong to?
The integumentary system
What organ provides movement to the body?
Muscles
Around how many times a day does the heart pump?
100,000 times a day
Which system maintains fluid balance and supports the immune system?
Lymphatic system
What is the function of the integumentary system?
Protects the body and regulates temperature
What system do the glands belong to?
The endocrine system
What organ circulates oxygen and carbon dioxide?
Lungs
What is the largest organ in the body?
The skin