Which two systems interact most to supply the body with nutrients?

A.
The endocrine system produces hormones that regulate hunger, and the muscular system assists the body in moving food into the stomach.

B.
The digestive system breaks down the food to make it available for absorption, and the circulatory system transports the nutrients to parts of the body.

C.
The nervous system stimulates the appetite, and the excretory system removes waste that was not absorbed by the body.

D.
The skeletal system absorbs all the nutrients needed for the body, and the integumentary system removes excess liquid from food.

1 answer

The correct answer is:

B. The digestive system breaks down the food to make it available for absorption, and the circulatory system transports the nutrients to parts of the body.

This option accurately describes the interaction between the digestive system, which processes food to extract nutrients, and the circulatory system, which distributes those nutrients throughout the body.