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In the human body, is every organ a part of only one organ system? Or are some organs a part of two or more organ systems? A. Every organ is a part of only one organ system, which is necessary because organ systems work independently of one another. B. Every organ is a part of only one organ system, although organ systems often interact with one another. C. Some organs are a part of two or more organ systems. For example, the heart is a part of the circulatory and digestive systems. D.

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[From ck12.org] "An organ can be part of more than one organ system. For example, the ovaries produce hormones, which makes them a part of the endocrine system; the ovaries also make eggs, which makes them a part of the reproductive system as well."

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