Using the Sim
Which body systems would you expect to see oxygen?
Respiratory, circulatory
What breaks down food in our digestive system?
Digestive enzymes from the pancreas
What is required for cell survival
oxygen, glucose and amino acids
Symtoms of diabetes are
increased thirst, frequent urination, extreme fatigue, and blurry vision
What would happen to ms sneckner if she couldnt breathe in as much air as usual?
uh oh...this is not sustainable...gasping for air, making the body work harder just to survive
Where would you expect to see starch (aka, larger version of glucose)
Digestive System (stomach, intestines)
Starches break down into....
Glucose
What is required for the respiratory system to work properly
Oxygen
What is the digestive system's job
breakdown food so nutrients can be absorbed into the bloodstream for energy for cells
what is required for exercise?
oxygen, glucose and amino acids
Where would you expect to see glucose molecules?
Digestive system, circulatory system
Proteins break down into....
amino acids
Anemia has what symptoms
tired, pale, fainting, weakness, shortness of breath...
What is the respiratory systems job
supply oxygen to body's cells
Can someone exercise for long periods of time if the digestive system doesnt work?
No, because her cells will not work properly because molecules from her food are not being broken down small enough to get into her cells...which they need for energy, which exercise requires
Where would you expect to see proteins?
digestive system
If digestive enzymes are not made or dont break down food....that is a potential injury to which organ?
Asthma has what symptoms
difficulty breathing, tight chest, coughing
What is the circulatory systems job
deliver nutrients and oxygen to cells
If someone is feeling tired, but their cells show normal levels of glucose and amino acids, what could be causing the problem?
a respiratory system problem
Where would you expect to see amino acids
digestive system and circulatory system
Which hormone allows for glucose to enter the cell?
Insulin
digestive problems, abdominal pain, vomiting
What does the body use for energy
food and air, bonus: oxygen, glucose and amino acids
If glucose is not getting into cells, what is the problem?
insulin problem- diabetes, type 1 v type 2