Body Organization Flashcards
cell
the basic unit of life that performs functions for the body
types of cells
muscle, nerve, sperm, leukocytes, erythrocytes
tissues
a group of the same type of cell working together to perform a function
types of tissues
epithelial, muscle, connective, nervous
organs
several types of tissues working together to perform special functions
organ system
several organs working together in a coordinated manner to perform complex functions
cytology
the study of cells and their function
histology
the study of tissues
body systems
integumentary, musculoskeletal, endocrine, nervous, hematic, female reproductive, male reproductive, lymphatic, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, respiratory, cardiovascular
integumentary system
two-way barrier and temperature regulation
musculoskeletal
skeleton: supports body, form blood cells, store minerals
muscle: produce movement
cardiovascular
pump blood to transport oxygen, minerals, and wastes
hematic system
transports oxygen, protects, and controls bleeding
lymphatic
protects the body
respiratory
obtains oxygen and removes carbon dioxide
gastrointestinal
ingest, digest, and absorb nutrients and excrete waste
urinary
filters waste and removes it from the body
female reproductive
produces eggs, provides a place for the baby (gestation)
male reproductive
produces sperm
endocrine
regulates metabolic activity and maintains chemical balance
nervous system
receives sensory information and coordinates response
