Body System Structure and Function Flashcards
What is a Body System
A group of structures that work together perform important function within the body when one body system are affected there are 11 major system in the human body
What is the function of the Circulatory System?
transports oxygen and nutrients to the body and removes CO2 and other wastes products
1: Arteries
2: veins
3: capillaries
what is the function of the circulatory system?
supplies the blood with oxygen in the order for the blood to deliver oxygen to all parts of the body
1: trachea
2: bronchi
3: lungs
what is the function of the skeletal system?
provides support movement protection blood cell production and calcium storage
1: femur
2: skull
3: humerus
what is the function of the muscular system?
responsible for the movement of the human body
1: biceps
2: Quadriceps
3: trapezius
what is the function of the digestive system?
Breaks down food into tiny molecules to allow the body to absorb nutrients
1: stomach
2: Intestines
3: liver
what is the function of the Excretory system?
Removes wastes that can cause toxic build up and lead to diseases or death
1: kidneys
2: ureter
3: urethra
what is the function of the nervous system?
controls and transmits signals between different parts of the body
1: brain
2: spinal cord
3: nerves
what is the function of the endocrine system?
glands that secrete hormones to regulate metabolism growth sleep and reproduction
1: pituitary gland
2: thyroid gland
3: adrenal gland
what is the function of the integumentary system?
acts as a barrier to protect the body from the outside world
1: skin
2: hair
3: nails
what is the function of the lymphatic system?
collects and transports a claer colorless fluid containing white blood cells that helps rid the body of toxins and waste
1: appendix
2: tonsils
3: spleen
what is the function of the reproductive system?
produces eggs or sperm and nourishes offspring until birth
1: uterus - female
2: ovaries- female
3: testes- male
