ALL SYSTEMS Flashcards
Explain the hierarchy in structural organization
1- Atoms
2- Molecules
3- Tissue
4- Organs
5- Organ System
6- Organism
Define the INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
The integumentary system is made up of your skin. It gives your body an external cover, as well as protecting any deeper tissue. Also regulates that body’s temperature. It has numerous nerve receptors.
Define the SKELETAL SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
The skeletal system is made up of your bones, joints, & cartilage. It provides support & protection to the organs, while providing muscle attachment for the muscles. Also, bones are the site of blood cell formation, & store many minerals.
Define the MUSCLE SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
The muscle system is made up of the various muscles in your body such as, deltoids, glutes, the meniscus. Muscles can regulate temperature, allow for movement, & maintain posture.
Define the NERVOUS SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
The nervous system consists of your brain, spinal cord, sensory receptors, & nerves. The nervous system allows people to have a fast-acting reactionary system, respond to internal/external change, & activate muscle glands.
Define the ENDOCRINE SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
The endocrine system secretes regulatory hormones that allow for growth, metabolism, & reproduction.
Define the CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
The heart & blood vessels transport materials in the body via blood pumped by the heart. These include oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, & waste.
Define the LYMPHATIC SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
The lymphatic system acts as a filter. It is NOT your immune system. It returns fluids to blood vessels, cleanses the blood, & is involved in immunity. This includes the thoracic duct, lymph nodes, and lymphatic vessels.
Define the RESPIRATORY SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
This system keeps the blood supplied with oxygen, & removes carbon dioxide. Includes nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchus, & lungs.
Define the DIGESTIVE SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
This system breaks down food, & allows for nutrient absorption in blood. If something is wrong with the latter, a person could starve since they’re not getting enough nutrients. People who keep eating could still starve. Also, this system eliminates indigestible material. INCLUDES- oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, small/large intestine, rectum, & anus.
Define the URINARY SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
This system eliminates nitrogenous waste. For example, if you eat a lot of protein, the body will void that waste. Also, maintains acid-base balance, & regulates water & electrolytes. Electrolytes contain important nutrients like phosphate, calcium, chloride, sodium ect. Overall, the urinary track makes sure you’re getting the ions & electrolytes. INCLUDES- kidney, ureter, urinary bladder, & urethra.
Define the REPRODUCTIVE(cell) SYSTEM. What are its functions? Give examples of organs in the system.
Your body must be able to produce cell offspring. For example, daughter cells. INCLUDES
Male- seminal vestiges, prostate gland, penis, vas dererens, testis, scrotum.
Female- mammary glands(in breast), uterine tube, ovary, uterus, vagina.
