Human body systems

5. A place in the body where two bones come together
6. System that consists of skeletal muscles, tendons that connect muscles to bones, and ligaments that attach bones together to form joint
9. Protects and supports body organs and provides a framework the muscles use to support movement. Made up of bones and joints
12. external skeleton; tough external covering that protects and supports the body of many invertebrates
13. Plants use the sun's energy to convert water and carbon dioxide into sugars

1. system responsible for taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide using the lungs
2. Connects bone to bone
3. body system the breaks down food and absorbs nutrients
4. A group of similar cells that perform the same function.
6. A body tissue that contracts or shortens, making body parts move.
7. A collection of tissues that carry out a specialized function of the body
8. Breakdown of food substances into simpler forms that can be absorbed and used
10. A body tissue that carries electrical messages back and forth between the brain and every other part of the body.
11. Absorbs water and minerals from the ground. Anchors plant in ground.
14. Carry substances between roots and leaves; provide support for plant; holds leaves up to sunlight