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Science - The Organisation of Humans
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List the different human systems
1. Nervous System
2. Circulatory System
3. Endocrine System
4. Digestive System
5. Respiratory System
6. Immune System
7. Excretory System
8. Reproductive System
9. Musculoskeletal System
State the functions of the nervous system
1. Sends electrical impulses or messages to and from the brain
2. Picks up information for your senses
3. Controls the body
4. Controls the heartbeat
What are the functions of the circulatory system?
1. Transports substances around the body
2. Heart pumps blood around the body
List the functions of the digestive system
1. Takes in and digests food
2. Absorbs nutrients into bloodstream
3. Glands release digestive juices into bloodstream to help break down food
State the function of the immune/defence system
To protect the body against harmful bacteria and viruses
What is the function of the endocrine system?
To release hormones which help control the body's functions
List the function of the respiratory system
To put oxygen into the blood and get rid of carbon dioxide out of the blood
State the function of the reproductive system
To produce babies or young
What are the functions of the muscular system?
1. Allows movement as the muscles contract and relax
2. Gives the body posture
List the functions of the skeletal system
1. Protects organs eg. heart
2. Provides shape and support
3. Allows movement
4. Bone marrow produces blood cells
State the functions of the excretory system
1. Filters blood
2. Removal of waste that the body does not need
3. Releases sweat
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Science - The Organisation of Humans
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The Organisation of Humans
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2020-06-19T21:38:28Z
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