Function of the body
The function of the Circulatory system?
Transports oxygen, nutrients, and wastes; fights infection; helps regulate body temperature.
What is a negative feedback loop? Example?
moves toward homeostasis (ex:body shivering when cold)
What does response do?
An action or change in behavior that occurs as a result of a stimulus.
What are the structures of the Nervous system?
Brain, spinal cord, nerves
What is the function of the Nervous system?
Controls the body's responses to changes within the body and outside of it.
What is Homeostasis?
Process by which organisms maintain a stable internal condition.
What does tissue do?
When similar cells that perform the same function are grouped together.
What are the structures of the Immune system?
Lymph nodes, lymph vessels, white blood cells
What is the function of the Immune system?
Fight infections; attacks invading bacteria and viruses.
What is a positive feedback loop? Example?
moves away from homeostasis to become more extreme(ex: contractions during childbirth)
What does organ system do?
A group of organs that work together, performing major functions.
What are the structures of the Circulatory system?
Heart, blood vessels
What is the function of the Integumentary system?
Guards against infection and injury; helps regulate body temperature.
Is it true that the human body can make its own chemicals?
Yes, a couple.
What does your organ do?
A body structure composed of different kinds of tissues that work together.
What is the function of the Integumentary system?
Skin, hair, nails, sweat glands, oil glands.
What is the function of the excretory system?
Removes waste products from the body.
What systems are working together when a rock climber is climbing a wall?
Respiratory system, muscular system, and skeletal system.
What do your kidneys do?
Filter blood to remove waste and excess water.
What is the function of the Skeletal system?
Bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons