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Topic : Structure and Function of Living Systems
Vocabulary
Learning Objectives
7.12A Investigate and explain how internal structures of
organisms have adaptations that allow specific functions such
as gills in fish, hollow bones in birds, or xylem in plants.
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7.12B Identify the main functions of the systems of the human
organism, including the circulatory, respiratory, skeletal,
muscular, digestive, excretory, reproductive, integumentary,
nervous, and endocrine systems.
Supporting Standard
7.12E Compare the functions of a cell to the functions of
organisms such as waste removal.
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Real – World
Adaptation – a change in structure or habits, often hereditary, by
which an organism improves its condition in relationship to its
environment
Circulatory system – transports nutrients and oxygen to the
body
Digestive system – breaks down food to provide nutrients and
energy
Endocrine system – regulates the body with hormones
Excretory system – removes waste from the body
Integumentary system – provides protection of the body
Muscular system – provides movement of the body
Nervous system – controls and coordinates the body
Reproductive system – produces offspring
Respiratory system – exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide
Skeletal system – provides structure and protection for the body
System – interacting, interrelated, or interdependent elements
forming a more complex whole
Unit Questions
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Why is it important for us to know the structure and function of living
things?
 What are some important factors that help us distinguish the function
of living things?
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 Language Objectives
I will use visual and contextual support and support from peers and
teachers to develop my understanding of living things
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What are the main functions of the systems of the human
organism?
In what ways do the structures and functions of human systems
differ?
How do various organ systems work together in living things?
In what ways are internal structures of organisms adapted to
perform specific functions?
I will speak and write using grade-level content area vocabulary in
context of the key ideas.
Related Vocabulary:
 Function
 Internal
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Phloem
Structure
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Xylem