11 Systems of the Human Body Flashcards
What makes up the Integumentary system?
skin, hair, nails
What is the major function of the Integumentary system?
protection from environmental hazards; temperature control
What makes up the Skeletal system?
bones, joints
What is the 4 major function of the skeletal system?
support
protection of soft tissues
mineral storage
blood formation
What makes up the muscular system?
skeletal muscles
What are the 3 major functions of the muscular system?
locomotion
support
heat production
What makes up the nervous system?
brain, spinal cord, nerves
What is the major function of the nervous system?
-directing immediate responses to stimuli, usually by coordinating the activities of other organ systems
What makes up the endocrine system?
pituitary, thyroid, pancreas, adrenals, ovaries, testes
What is the function of the endocrine system?
directing long-term changes in the activities of other organ systems
What makes up the cardiovasular system?
heart, blood vessels, blood
What is the function of the cardiovascular system?
internal transport of cells and dissolved materials, including nutrients, wastes, and gases
What makes up the lymphoid system?
lymphocytes, lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, tonsils, spleen, thymus
What is the function of the lymphoid system?
defense against infection and disease
What makes up the respiratory system?
nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs
What is the function of the respiratory system?
delivery of air to sites where gas exchanges can occur between the air and circulating blood
What makes up the digestive system?
mouth, pharynx, oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder
What is the function of the digestive system?
processing food and absorption of organic nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and water
What makes up the urinary system?
kidneys, ureter, bladder, urethra
What are 2 major functions of the urinary system?
elimination of excess water, salts, and waste products
control of pH
What makes up the reproductive system?
ovaries, uterus, vagina, mammary gland, testes, penis, prostate
What is the function of the reproductive system?
production of sex cells and hormones
Which system does the pharynx belong to?
respiratory and digestive
