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- 4. A spiral-shaped organ in the inner ear, responsible for hearing.
- 5. It's the outer layer of skin, providing protection and regulating temperature.
- 7. They transmit signals in the body, enabling movement, thought, and sensation.
- 8. Tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder for storage.
- 11. These white blood cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response.
- 14. glands: These produce hormones like adrenaline, involved in the body's stress response.
- 15. This gland regulates metabolism and influences various bodily functions.
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- 1. Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs, enabling breathing.
- 2. vessels: These tubes carry blood throughout the body, ensuring oxygen and nutrients reach all cells.
- 3. This part of the brain coordinates movement and balance.
- 6. This organ regulates blood sugar levels and aids in digestion by producing enzymes.
- 9. The muscular middle layer of the heart, responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
- 10. It filters blood, removes old or damaged blood cells, and helps fight infections.
- 12. It's a muscular tube that transports food from the mouth to the stomach.
- 13. Tiny, finger-like projections in the small intestine that absorb nutrients from food.