Human Body Words Flashcards

blood
the fluid that is circulated throughout the body delivering oxygen and nutrients, and carrying waste to the kidneys
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bones
the hard, porous individual pieces of a skeleton that support and protect organs
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brain
the organ of the human body responsible for controlling the activities of other organs and body functions, interpreting information received from nerves, and responsible for thought, memory, and emotions
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cranium
the hard bone structure of the head that encases and protects the brain
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femur
the upper bone of the leg found between the hip and knee
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heart
the organ of the human body responsible for pumping and maintaining the flow of blood throughout the body
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humerus
the upper bone of the arm, between the shoulder and elbow
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kidneys
the organs of the human body responsible for filtering waste out of the blood and regulating water and electrolyte balance
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