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8th Grade Human Biology: Major Organs and Body Systems

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  • What is the main function of the circulatory system?
    To transport blood, nutrients, oxygen, and waste products throughout the body.
  • Name the major organs of the respiratory system.
    Nose, trachea, lungs, and diaphragm.
  • What does the digestive system do?
    Breaks down food into nutrients the body can absorb and use.
  • List the major organs of the digestive system.
    Mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, pancreas.
  • What is the primary function of the nervous system?
    To control body activities by transmitting signals between different parts of the body.
  • Name the main parts of the nervous system.
    Brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
  • What role does the skeletal system play?
    Provides structure, protects organs, and enables movement.
  • What are the major organs of the skeletal system?
    Bones, cartilage, ligaments, and joints.
  • What is the function of the muscular system?
    Allows movement of the body and maintains posture.
  • Name the three types of muscles in the human body.
    Skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscles.
  • What does the excretory system do?
    Removes waste products and excess substances from the blood.
  • List the main organs of the excretory system.
    Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
  • What is the function of the endocrine system?
    Produces hormones that regulate body processes.
  • Name some major glands in the endocrine system.
    Pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal glands, pancreas.
  • What is the immune system's primary role?
    Protects the body from infections and diseases.
  • Name key components of the immune system.
    White blood cells, lymph nodes, spleen, thymus.
  • What does the integumentary system include?
    Skin, hair, nails, and sweat glands.
  • What is the main function of the integumentary system?
    Protects the body, regulates temperature, and prevents water loss.
  • What is the reproductive system responsible for?
    Producing offspring and enabling reproduction.
  • Name the primary organs of the male reproductive system.
    Testes, vas deferens, prostate gland, penis.
  • Name the primary organs of the female reproductive system.
    Ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina.