BIO 110 Study Guide - Final Guide: Trachea, Thoracic Cavity, Bone Marrow

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Provides an outer covering of the body for protection. Stimulates muscles to contract and interprets information from sensory organs. Provides a framework and support for soft tissues and produces blood cells in red marrow. Transports excess uid from tissues to blood and produces immune cells. Movement via contractions and creates most body heat. Removes liquid and wastes from blood and transports them to the outside of the body. Converts food molecules into forms that are absorbable. Transports nutrients, wastes, and gases throughout the body. Part c: the mouth is superior to the nose. __incorrect usage , should be:_inferior__: the stomach is inferior to the diaphragm. __correct usage__: the trachea is anterior to the spinal cord. __correct usage__: the larynx is posterior to the esophagus. ___incorrect usage, should be: superior_: the heart is medial to the lungs. __correct usage_: the kidneys are inferior to the lungs. __correct usage_: the hand is proximal to the elbow.