What’s Under Your Hood? Eleven Systems, One Body

An automobile is a machine made up of many parts or systems that all work together to turn the wheels and travel, whether fast or slow. Your body, too, is made of several parts or organs that are grouped into systems. Each organ within the system affects the others and the function of the system. In this topic, you will explore these organs and systems, learn their roles, and discover how they interact with one another.

Essential Questions

• What is the general function of each of the eleven body systems?
• What are the main components in each body system?
• How do you set personal wellness goals?