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BodyParts

Test your knowledge about the human body and find out how well you know its various parts and functions.

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The parts of the body

eyes

face

arm

belly

knee

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The Parts of the Skeleton

Did you know that the human hand has 27 bones?

skull

ribcage

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radius and ulna

tibia and fibula

The organs

brain

100.000 beats per day

filtration, regulation, excretion

trachea

The human body is composed of many organs, each with its own unique function and importance. From the heart, which pumps blood throughout the body, to the lungs, which facilitate breathing, and the brain, which controls all bodily functions, these organs work together in harmony to sustain life.

lungs

liver

intestines

INTESTINES

Your intestines are divided into the small intestine and the large intestine

The intestines, divided into the small and large intestines, are key players in the digestive system. They absorb nutrients from food and eliminate waste from the body through peristalsis, a wave-like muscle movement. This process ensures efficient digestion and waste removal, essential for overall health.

LUNGS

Did you know that if you were to spread out the surface area of the lungs, it would cover an area roughly the size of a tennis court?

The lungs are crucial for breathing, absorbing oxygen, and expelling carbon dioxide. Composed of tiny air sacs called alveoli, they facilitate the exchange of gases with each breath, ensuring the body receives the oxygen it needs and removes waste.

This respiratory process is essential for sustaining life and maintaining overall health.

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The left lung is slightly smaller than the right lung to accommodate the heart. Additionally, the left lung has two lobes, while the right lung has three.

RADIUS AND ULNA

The forearm contains two long bones, the radius and the ulna, which run parallel to each other from the elbow to the wrist. The radius is located on the thumb side of the forearm, and the ulna on the pinky side. These bones work together to allow for the rotation and movement of the wrist and arm.

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The radius and ulna in your forearm allow your hand to rotate palm up (supination) and palm down (pronation), enabling versatile wrist movements.

FACE

Humans can express a wide range of emotions through their facial expressions.

surprised

mad

Your eyes widen, your eyebrows rise, and your mouth may open. This reaction is an instinctive response to unexpected events.

Your eyebrows furrow, your eyes narrow, and your lips may press together tightly. This expression indicates anger.

happy

sad

Your facial muscles relax, your eyebrows draw together, and the corners of your mouth turn downward.

Your eyes light up, your cheeks lift, and a big smile spreads across your face. This expression signals joy and contentment.

LIVER

• It filters blood coming from the digestive tract, removing toxins and processing nutrients before distributing them throughout the body.
• The liver can regenerate itself after injury, making it one of the few organs capable of self-repair.

• The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, located on the right side of the abdomen.
• It performs over 500 vital functions, including detoxification, metabolism, and nutrient storage.

TRACHEA (or WindpIPE)

The trachea is the tube that connects the throat to the lungs, allowing air to pass in and out of the body during breathing.

The windpipe, and the foodpipe, or esophagus, are two separate tubes in the human body. The trachea carries air to and from the lungs, allowing for breathing, while the esophagus carries food and liquids from the mouth to the stomach for digestion.

Your ribcage expands by about 3-5 centimeters every time you take a deep breath!

RIBCAGE

The human ribcage consists of 24 ribs, the sternum, and 12 thoracic vertebrae. It protects vital organs like the heart and lungs and facilitates breathing by expanding and contracting.

KNEES

Did you know that the knee is the largest joint in the human body? It not only allows for a wide range of movements like walking, running, and jumping but also bears a significant portion of our body weight, making it essential for mobility and stability.

Did you know that newborn babies have soft spots on their skulls called fontanelles? These spots allow the skull to be flexible during childbirth and give the brain room to grow rapidly during the first year of life.

SKULL

The human skull is a complex structure made up of 22 bones that protect the brain and form the face. It supports the structures of the face and provides a cavity for the brain, protecting it from injury. The skull also houses and safeguards the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.

EYES

The eyes are remarkable organs that enable vision by converting light into signals the brain interprets as images. This sense allows us to navigate, recognize faces, read, and enjoy the beauty of the world. In addition to sight, humans have four other primary senses: hearing, smell, taste, and touch.

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Did you know that your eyes can distinguish around 10 million different colors? They are also incredibly fast, able to focus on about 50 different objects every second!

aRMS

Visual content is a cross-cutting and universal language, like music. We are able to understand images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.

the biceps and triceps, can generate enough force to lift objects many times your own weight

Did you know your arms contain 27 bones from shoulder to fingertips, allowing for precise and versatile movements, like lifting heavy objects or performing delicate tasks like writing.

TIBIA AND FIBULA

Doctors can use X-rays, which are like special pictures, to see cracks or breaks in bones.

The lower leg consists of two long bones, the tibia and fibula, which provide support and stability while facilitating various movements like walking, running, and jumping.

Brain scans, such as MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and CT (Computed Tomography) scans, allow doctors to visualize the structure and function of the brain non-invasively.

BRAIN

The brain, the body's command center, controls everything we do, from the beat of our hearts to the thoughts in our minds. This three-pound organ contains billions of neurons that form intricate networks, allowing us to think, learn, and remember.

BELLY

In this video, you will learn about the four food processing steps, the digestive system and all the different organs that process the food we eat!

Did you know the rumbling sound your stomach makes when you're hungry is called "borborygmi"? It's caused by gas and fluid moving through your digestive tract!

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