Body Systems Purpose - Health Class

Question 1

Why is it important to learn about your family health history?

Accepted Answer

To be aware of potential issues right when they arise, Knowledge is power -you may make different lifestyle choices, Some diseases are hereditary, So you can tell your doctor & possibly prevent some problems

Question 2

The male reproductive system is responsible for...

Accepted Answer

Produce, maintain, and transport sperm & semen

Question 3

Which is not a way to keep your skin healthy?

Accepted Answer

Eat seafood to provide essential nutrients

Question 4

Which system is responsible for the control and communication of the body?

Accepted Answer

Nervous

Question 5

Which system is responsible for the elimination of wastes produced by homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

Excretory

Question 6

Which system takes in oxygen and expels carbon dioxide?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory

Question 7

What is one of the main purposes of the SKELETAL system?

Accepted Answer

Provide support and protect the organs

Question 8

Which system transports nutrients, oxygen, & hormones to cells throughout the body?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular

Question 9

The muscular system...

Accepted Answer

Generates heat during activity, Helps with movement, Stabilizes our joints, Maintains our posture

Question 10

Cells in the epidermis make substances called lipids which make your skin...

Accepted Answer

waterproof

Question 11

Which system collects "trash" from the body and also helps with fighting invading pathogens?

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic

Question 12

The female reproductive system is responsible for...

Accepted Answer

Produces the ova necessary for reproduction

Question 13

Which statement is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Males stop producing sperm upon puberty

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a sign of melanoma?

Accepted Answer

More than 10 moles on your body

Question 15

What can you do to protect your ears and hearing?

Accepted Answer

Don't insert cotton swabs into your ears, See a doctor if you are having hearing problems, Wear protective ear protection around loud noises, Turn the volume down

Question 16

... are muscular tubes that carry blood, sugar, & oxygen to parts of the body

Accepted Answer

Blood vessels

Question 17

What is a layer of the skin?

Accepted Answer

Epidermis

Question 18

The endocrine system...

Accepted Answer

Regulates the body's growth and metabolism

Question 19

What is lymph?

Accepted Answer

Clear liquid that fills the spaces around the body cells

Question 20

What is the main purpose of a female's menstrual cycle?

Accepted Answer

To release an unfertilized egg

Question 21

What is a common problem with the respiratory system?

Accepted Answer

Pneumonia

Question 22

What is the largest organ on the human body?

Accepted Answer

Skin

Question 23

Which system helps rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials?

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic

Question 24

Which system breaks down food into small molecules which are then absorbed into the body?

Accepted Answer

Digestive

Question 25

Breathing, digesting food, and having your heart beat are examples of...

Accepted Answer

Involuntary muscles

Body Systems Purpose - Health Class

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Body Systems Purpose - Health Class

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