20 Questions
What is the function of the cerebrum in the human brain?
Responsible for learning, intelligence, and judgment
What is the function of the brainstem in the human brain?
Regulates blood pressure, heart rate, breathing, and swallowing
What is the function of the trachea in the respiratory system?
Connects the pharynx to the lungs
What is the purpose of the nervous system in the human body?
To conduct impulses to muscle cells throughout the body
What is the function of the larynx in the respiratory system?
As air passes over vocal chords, it allows you to speak
What type of neuron connects sensory and motor neurons?
Interneuron
Where does the trachea connect to within the respiratory system?
Lungs
What is the function of the cerebellum in the human brain?
Coordinates and balances actions of muscles
What is a synapse in relation to a neuron?
Point at which a neuron can transfer an impulse to another cell
Which organ serves as the control center in the human Nervous System?
Brain
Which of the following is NOT one of the levels of organization in the human body?
Bones
What is the major purpose of the 11 organ systems in the human body?
To maintain homeostasis
Which organ is considered the major muscle of the circulatory system?
Heart
What is the main purpose of the circulatory system?
To deliver oxygenated blood to cells and organ systems
Which organ system is responsible for coordinating the body's response to changes in its internal and external environment?
Nervous system
Which cell type is most abundant in the muscle tissue?
Muscle cells
Which organ system is responsible for exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide with the lungs?
Respiratory system
Which major organ controls motor functions in the human body?
Cerebellum
What type of tissue holds organs in place in the human body?
Connective tissue
Which organ system is responsible for picking up nutrients for transport throughout the body?
Digestive system
Test your knowledge of the levels of organization in the human body, from cells to organ systems and their functions. Understand the basic unit of life, tissues, organs, and how organ systems work together to maintain homeostasis.
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