§3.1 Organ systems [Topic 3 - organizing the world]- Year 2

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• Middelbare school
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• Leerjaar 2

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Topic 3

ORGANIZING THE WORLD

§3.1 Organ systems

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§3.1  - Learning goals

I can....

• describe how organs work together in organ systems
• list the organs belonging to the different organ systems
• describe the general function of each organ in the different organ systems

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§3.1  - Key words

• Organ systems
• Digestive system
• Enzymes
• Skeletal system
• Respiratory system
• Muscular system
• Nervous system
• Reproductive system
• Circulatory system

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Digestive System

Breaks food down so it is small enough to be absorbed into your blood. 

Your body does this with the help of enzymes.

Organs: Esophagus, stomach, liver, large intestine & small intestine

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Skeletal System

Provides:

- support

- movement

- protection

- blood cell production 

Organs: skull, pelvis, ribs, vertebrae

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Respiratory System

Provides:

- ventilation

- gas exchange

- respiration

Organs: lungs, nose, mouth, windpipe

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Muscular System

Provides:

- support 

- movement

muscles can only contract or relax, they work in antagonistic pairs

Organs: biceps, triceps, hamstrings

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Reproductive System

Provides:

- Reproductive hormones

- Reproductive cells

These are different for both male and females. 

Organs: ovaries, uterus, testicles & penis

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Nervous System

Provides fast communication in your body by electrical signals. 

Organs: brain, spinal cord, nerves (neurones) and senses. 

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Circulatory System

Provides your body with the transport of oxygen and nutrients around the body. 

Organs: heart, veins, arteries and capillaries 

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HW for next time:

• Read & highlight §3.2 (p. 110-113)
• Study the glossary of 3.1
• Complete the exercises of 3.1 (p. 104-109)

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