body systems Flashcards
anatomy
study of structures of cells and organs in relation to the whole organism
physiology
the study of homeostasis and how the body maintains it
homeostasis
attempt to maintain a constant, steady balance in and around the body
cell
basic unit of life
tissue
group of cells with common function
organ
group of tissues with specific function
organ system
group of organs with related function
muscular system
movement - bicep, gluteus maximus
endocrine system
liquid response (hormones) - thyroid, ptuitary
reproductive system
create new organisms - uterus, vagina
lymphatic system
protects against disease - tonsils, spleen
integumentary system
protects from environmental factors - skin
nervous system
reactionary/response - brain, spinal cord
skeletal system
framework, protects organs - femur, vertebrae
cardiovascular system
blood flow - heart
