The human body is capable of movement because the muscular and skeletal systems work closely together. Of the pairs of human body systems listed, which two are MOST closely linked in function?

Question

Question 6 options:

respiratory - circulatory

excretory - endocrine

reproductive - muscular

digestive - skeletal

Answer 1

The correct answer is digestive - skeletal. The skeletal system provides structural support for the body and houses the muscles, while the digestive system breaks down food and absorbs nutrients necessary for muscular function and movement.