A3 - Structure And Function Of Body Organs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of the heart ?
A
Pumps the blood to the lungs and around the body
2
Q
What is the function of the lungs?
A
It is the inhalation and exhalation of gases linked to respiration
3
Q
What is the function of the brain?
A
It receives and sends nervous impulses as a form of communication
4
Q
What are the functions of the stomach?
A
- This churnes and mixes food into a paste
- begins digestion
5
Q
What are the functions of the liver?
A
- secretes bile and salts
- stores glycogen
6
Q
What are the functions of the pancreas?
A
- secretes digestive juices to small intestine
- secretes insulin and glucagon
7
Q
What is the function of the colon?
A
absorbs water which produces faeces
8
Q
What are the functions of the duodenum?
A
- pass chyme to ileum
- secretes major digestive secretions
9
Q
What are the functions of the ileum?
A
- passes undigested chyme to colon
- absorbs nutrients into bloodstream
10
Q
What are the functions of the kidneys?
A
- eliminate waste products and water
- maintain homeostasis
