AP Module 1.1 Flashcards
What is metabolism?
A chemical reaction that takes place in the bod that enables us to function
What is catabolism?
Is the breakdown of substances into their simpler building blocks.
What is Anabolism?
The synthesizing of more complex structures for simpler ones.
What is cellular respirations?
the process by which cells break down glucose (a type of sugar) in the presence of oxygen to produce energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), along with carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.
Cardiovascular system
Made up of blood vessels that move blood, oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.
Lymphatic System
Responsible for immunity and fighting off disease. The lymphatic system is also a part of the circulatory system. It has a complex network of vessels and nodes that allow for the excess fluid to drain back to the heart.
Respiratory System
Involved in excretion of the waste CO2, which is a byproduct of metabolism. The respiratory system also keeps the blood supplied with oxygen.
Urinary System:
Urinary System: Involved in excretion of waste from the body. The urinary system also intricately regulates the water and electrolyte balance in the blood. The cardiovascular system, digestive system, and urinary system help to move nutrients and waste through the body. The actual ability to remove waste from the body is known as excretion and is carried out by the digestive, urinary, and respiratory systems.
Male and Female Reproductive Systems:
Responsible for creating new life. The reproductive system involves cellular reproduction in which the original cell divides, producing two identical daughter cells that are often used for body growth or repair. In human reproduction (Figure 1.17), a male sperm cell unites with an oocyte (egg) and fertilizes it to form a baby within the mother’s uterus. The reproductive system is controlled by hormones from the endocrine system.
