| A | B |
|---|
| body system | group of organs that work together to support an important body function |
| interrelated | the systems work together and are dependent on one another to keep the body functioning well |
| Nervous System | send and receive messages and controls all body systems |
| Circulatory System | Brings food and oxygen to cells and takes wastes away from cells |
| Respiratory System | Carries oxygen to blood and removes carbon dioxide from blood |
| Skeletal System | Supports and provides Framework for the body and protects organs |
| Muscular System | helps to move body |
| Digestive System | Breaks down food for energy and gets produces solid waste |
| Excretory System | Helps get rid of liquid waste |
| brain | nervous system's command center |
| neurons | cells that make up the nervous system and carry electrical messages |
| Central Nervous System | Consists of the brain and spinal cord |
| Peripheral Nervous System | is made of nerves that branch out from the central nervous system |
| cerebellum | control balance and coordination |
| brain stem | controls digestion, breathing, and heartbeat |
| cerebrum | thinking, vision, touch, taste and other senses |
