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The human __________ system is responsible for breaking down food.
digestive
The __________ system works together with the respiratory system to transport gases and nutrients.
circulatory
Breathing is a vital function of the human __________ system.
respiratory
Activities in this module include learning about the parts of the human __________ system.
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Each part of the body performs its function to keep you __________.
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It is a passage for both food (from digestion) and air, known as the ______.
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It contains the vocal cord that produces sound, called the ______.
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It is also called the oral cavity that replaces the nasal cavity’s function when needed, known as the ______.
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It is known as the windpipe which is the main passageway of air into the ______.
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The main organs of the respiratory system that help oxygen enter the red blood cells are the ______.
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Study Notes
Overview of Human Body Systems
- Previous studies introduced the human digestive system and its function in breaking down food.
- New areas of study include the respiratory and circulatory systems, focusing on their combined role in transporting nutrients, gases, and molecules.
- Emphasis on how proper body care is crucial for optimal functioning.
Parts of the Human Respiratory System
- Identify major components: nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, bronchi, alveoli.
- Important for air passage, sound production, and gas exchange.
Functions of the Human Respiratory System
- The respiratory system facilitates oxygen entry into the bloodstream and carbon dioxide release.
- The diaphragm is essential in controlling breathing patterns.
Breathing Mechanism
- Inhalation involves diaphragm movement downwards, expanding chest cavity and decreasing internal pressure to allow air influx.
- Exhalation occurs when the diaphragm moves upwards, compressing the chest cavity and forcing air out.
Human Circulatory System Overview
- Consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood itself.
- Major functions include transporting oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products.
The Heart
- Size of a human fist with four chambers: two atria and two ventricles.
- Right atrium receives deoxygenated blood; blood flows to the right ventricle then to the lungs for oxygenation.
Blood Flow Process
- Oxygen-rich blood returns to the heart's left atrium from lungs, moves to the left ventricle, and is pumped through the aorta to the body.
- Average heart rate is approximately 72 beats per minute, totaling around 2.5 billion beats in a lifetime.
Blood Vessels
- Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins return it.
- Capillaries facilitate nutrient and waste exchange between blood and tissues.
Human Blood Components
- Blood contains four basic components: plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
- Vital for delivering oxygen and nutrients and removing metabolic waste.
- Blood cannot be manufactured; it relies on donors for transfusions.
Important Functions of Exercise on Breathing
- During exercise, breathing rate increases to supply more oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.
- Increased demand for oxygen leads to efficient energy release and heat generation, resulting in a feeling of warmth and perspiration.
Activities and Assessments
- Interactive activities include identifying respiratory parts and functioning through models and puzzles.
- Encourage engagement through exercises that explore the mechanisms of respiration and circulation.
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