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11 Systems of the Human Body Flashcards

1
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What makes up the Integumentary system?

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skin, hair, nails

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What is the major function of the Integumentary system?

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protection from environmental hazards; temperature control

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What makes up the Skeletal system?

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bones, joints

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What is the 4 major function of the skeletal system?

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support
protection of soft tissues
mineral storage
blood formation

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What makes up the muscular system?

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skeletal muscles

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What are the 3 major functions of the muscular system?

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locomotion
support
heat production

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What makes up the nervous system?

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brain, spinal cord, nerves

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What is the major function of the nervous system?

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-directing immediate responses to stimuli, usually by coordinating the activities of other organ systems

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What makes up the endocrine system?

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pituitary, thyroid, pancreas, adrenals, ovaries, testes

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What is the function of the endocrine system?

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directing long-term changes in the activities of other organ systems

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What makes up the cardiovasular system?

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heart, blood vessels, blood

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What is the function of the cardiovascular system?

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internal transport of cells and dissolved materials, including nutrients, wastes, and gases

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What makes up the lymphoid system?

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lymphocytes, lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, tonsils, spleen, thymus

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What is the function of the lymphoid system?

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defense against infection and disease

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What makes up the respiratory system?

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nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs

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What is the function of the respiratory system?

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delivery of air to sites where gas exchanges can occur between the air and circulating blood

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What makes up the digestive system?

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mouth, pharynx, oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder

18
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What is the function of the digestive system?

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processing food and absorption of organic nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and water

19
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What makes up the urinary system?

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kidneys, ureter, bladder, urethra

20
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What are 2 major functions of the urinary system?

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elimination of excess water, salts, and waste products
control of pH

21
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What makes up the reproductive system?

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ovaries, uterus, vagina, mammary gland, testes, penis, prostate

22
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What is the function of the reproductive system?

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production of sex cells and hormones

23
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Which system does the pharynx belong to?

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respiratory and digestive

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