circulatory systems
Define the function of the Circulatory System
To transport materials throughout the body
Define the Digestive System
Breakdown/digest food and absorb the nutrients into the bloodstream
What does the Endocrine System produce
Hormones
What does the Circulatory System transport
Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
Define the Respiratory System
Exchange gases like O2 and CO2
Name the two functions of the Digestive System
Digestion and Absorption
Define the Endocrine System
Controls communication of different body parts through electric signals
Define the function of the Nervous System
Sense and respond to stimuli inside/ outside the body
What role does blood play in the Circulatory System
A fluid and tissue
Name the process of gas exchanges
Diffusion
What other system is used in the Digestive system
Circulatory System
What role does the Circulatory System play
Responsible for transporting the hormones to the target cell
Define the Plasma
It is the liquid part of blood that is made up of, water, salts, and proteins
Does breathing increase or decrease to bring in MORE O2
Increase
Name the two process of the Digestive System
Mechanical and Chemical
Define Target Cell
The cell that the hormone is trying to attach itself to
Define Stimuli
A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue
Define Capillary
Exchanges materials between blood and cells and is the smallest blood vessel
Define Nutrient Absorption
Nutrients get diffused into the bloodstream and gets transported around the body through the circulatory system
Define Receptor Molecules
Specifically shaped protein molecule on the cell memory that receive chemical messengers from other cells