Anatomy

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What is the largest bone in the human body?

Femur

What is the main function of red blood cells?

To carry oxygen to the body's tissues

What is the main function of white blood cells?

To fight off infections and foreign substances

What is the main function of platelets?

To help with blood clotting

What is the main function of the cerebrum?

To control voluntary movements and higher cognitive functions

What is the main function of the cerebellum?

To coordinate movement and balance

What is the main function of the spinal cord?

To transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body

What is the study of the structure of the human body called?

Anatomy

What is the study of the function of the human body called?

Physiology

What are the four main types of tissues in the human body?

Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues

What is the largest organ in the human body?

Skin

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

To facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide

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