Unit 5 Vocab: Human Body Systems
Across
- 5. the body's ability to regulate its functions in response to changing outside elements. Trying to maintain a balance in the body.
- 8. the function of this system is to create offspring and pass on DNA.
- 9. System that break down nutrients in food you eat into smaller molecules to provide energy for cells, so they can carry out their specialized functions.
- 10. Allows for the body to move.
- 11. the system that removes waste from your body and controls water balance
Down
- 1. A system of organs, functioning in the process of gas exchange between the body and the environment.
- 2. Controls actions & reactions of the body in response to stimuli from the environment. (sends and receives information)
- 3. Protects internal organs, collects sensory information & regulates body temp.
- 4. Secretes hormones into the bloodstream that help control moods, regulate growth, metabolism, blood sugar levels, body development & reproduction.
- 6. Protects and supports body organs and provides a framework the muscles use to support movement.
- 7. Transports oxygen, waste, nutrients, hormones, heat, etc... around the body.