Oxygen is taken into the body from the environment, and carbon dioxide is removed from the body and released into the environment. Which body system is responsible for exchanging gases with the environment?
A. Endocrine System
B. Circulatory System
C. Nervous System
D. Respiratory System
D. Respiratory System
The correct answer is D. Respiratory System.
The correct answer is D. Respiratory System.
To arrive at this answer, let's analyze the question and break down the options:
A. The endocrine system is responsible for producing and secreting hormones to regulate various bodily functions. It is not directly involved in the exchange of gases with the environment.
B. The circulatory system is responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carbon dioxide from the tissues to the lungs. While it plays a crucial role in facilitating the exchange of gases, it does not directly interact with the environment for gas exchange.
C. The nervous system is responsible for transmitting signals throughout the body, including controlling involuntary actions, but it does not directly interact with the environment for gas exchange.
D. The respiratory system consists of the lungs, trachea, bronchi, and other structures that enable the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide with the environment. Oxygen is taken in from the environment during inhalation and carbon dioxide is removed from the body during exhalation.
Therefore, the correct answer is D. Respiratory System.