body organization quiz

Which best explains how the body maintains homeostasis?

All systems work together to stabilize the body.

The state of maintaining a stable internal environment regardless of changing external conditions is called

homeostasis

Which lists three units of an organ system in order from the simplest to the most complex?

muscle cell → muscle tissue → stomach

The esophagus, stomach, and small intestines all function together to digest food and absorb nutrients. Which level of organization is being described?

organ system

Which describes a group of organs that work together to perform a common function?

organ system

Which lists three living units of the human body in order from the simplest to the most complex level of organization?

red blood cell → heart tissue → circulatory system

A group of cells that have the same function is called a(n)

tissue

When the body is cold, an interaction of systems allows the body to warm itself. Which of these help the body warm itself when it is cold? Check all that apply.

*shivering sweating hair on body lying flat *goosebumps forming *hair on body standing up

Which describes organs in the human body?

a group of tissues that work together to perform a common function

Jasmine is healthy girl who is playing outside. Her internal body temperature rises to 38°C, which is above normal. How does her body most likely respond to help her return to homeostasis?

by sweating