AC HPAT prep: Biology Questions and
Answers Update 2026
Skeletal system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€gives our bodies structure and protects major organs like the heart, lungs,
and brain
circulatory system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€Transports oxygen, waste, nutrients, hormones, heat, etc... around the
body
respiratory system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€Brings oxygen into the body. Gets rid of carbon dioxide.
urinary system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€Eliminates nitrogenous wastes from the body. Regulates water, electrolyte
and acid-base balance of the blood.
Muscular System âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€Allows manipulation of the environment, locomotion, and facial
expression. Maintains posture, and produces heat.
nervous system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€the network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between
parts of the body.
reproductive system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€system of organs involved in producing offspring
endocrine system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€Glands secrete hormones that regulate processes such as growth,
reproduction, and nutrient use (metabolism) by body cells.
integumentary system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€Consists of the skin, mucous membranes, hair, and nail
digestive system âœâ€Ã¢Å“â€Breaks down food into absorbable units that enter the blood for distribution
to body cells.