Organization of Life
The smallest unit of organization of the human body is ___________.
Chemical/molecular
The lungs are a part of which organ system?
Respiratory System
Is the pelvis a part of the axial or appendicular skeleton?
Appendicular
This system transports blood and substances within the blood (oxygen, carbon dioxide, waste).
Cardiovascular System
This system fights against infection.
Lymphatic
Tissue
Arteries and veins are part of which system?
Cardiovascular
Name two anatomical terms (structures) of the nervous system.
Brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves
The system helps us break down food.
Digestive
Gas exchange is the function of the ___________ system.
Respiratory System
What is the difference between anatomy and physiology?
Anatomy: The structure/shape of the body/its parts.
Physiology: The study of how our body parts function.
The pineal gland produces melatonin. It is part of which system?
Endocrine
Joints and cartilage are found in which system?
Skeletal
This system's physiology includes support, protection of tissues, and blood formation.
Skeletal
Producing another human organism is the function of which system?
Reproductive
Give 5 examples of an organ.
Answers may vary
The bladder and urethra are part of which system?
Urinary
Lungs are found in the respiratory system. In what system can the spleen be found?
Lymphatic System
This system provides protection from the environment.
Integumentary
This system filters your blood and eliminates nitrogenous wastes.
Urinary
What is the largest organ of the body?
The skin
The liver releases enzymes that contribute to food metabolism. The liver is part of which system?
Digestive
The pancreas produces insulin. Insulin is a hormone that regulates sugar in the blood. Which system would the pancreas belong to?
Endocrine
This system allows for locomotion.
Muscular
This system allows you to respond to changes in the environment.
Nervous