Introduction to systems
Parts that work together to achieve a common goal
A system
What are the 3 systems that allow you to move?
Skeletal
Muscular
Skin
Process of moving air, in and out of the lungs
Breathing
What is the function of the teeth?
To mechanically digest the food (break it down into smaller pieces)
Does the reproductive system start function since you were born?
No, it's until puberty
What are the parts of a system?
Input
Processing
Output
What are the functions of bones?
Structure, protection of vital organs and movement
What organs/structures allow the air to enter to the body?
What happens to the food in the stomach?
It's dissolved by the gastric juices
What is the function of the testis?
To produce and store sperm
Information/matter or energy that enters a system
Input
What is a muscle?
After the oxygen is captured by the alveoli, how is it transported to the rest of the body?
By the blood
Organ that absorbs the nutrients from food
Small intestine
How long is the menstrual cycle?
In a regular woman 28-30 days, but it can be longer
Information/matter/energy that leaves the system
In what part of the skin you can find hair?
Epidermis
How can I improve my breathing capacity?
Exercise (cardio) and don't smoke/vape
What is the function of the large intestine?
Absorb water and salt
Organ that moves the egg cell from the ovary to the uterus
Fallopian tubes
Changes in the information/matter/energy that enters the system
Processing
How can you keep your muscles and skin healthy?
Exercise, good diet, sleeping well, calcium and vitamin D.
Muscles that contracts to allow the movement of the lungs
Diaphragm
How can I improve my digestion?
Drinking enough water and consume fiber (fruits and vegetables)
Why is the reproductive system different to the rest of the human body systems?
- There is a clear difference between male and female.
Its only function is to reproduce