body systems Flashcards
function : protection, prevents foreign bodies, bacteria, chemicals from entering the body, allows people to feel heat, pain, hot/cold,& pressure, regulates temp., prevents water loss/excessive water absorption
integumentary system
integumentary system consist of
skin, glands (sweat & oil), hair, & nails
function : supports, movement, stores minerals/fats, & produce RBCs
skeletal system
skeletal system consist of
bones, joints, cartilage, ligamnets
function : movement, maintain posture, produce heat
muscular system
muscular system consist of
voluntary(striated muscle) & involuntary(smooth muscle)
function : regulates body’s control system, maintain homeostasis, communication, think, coordinate body movement
nervous system
nervous system consist of
brain, spinal cord, nerves, sensory receptors
function : metabolism, growth, sleep cycle, stress hormones, blood glucose levels, & reproduction
endocrine system
endocrine system consist of
hormone producing glands
function : transports oxygen, nutrients, hormones, water, & waste, body temp. regulation, & immune system response
cardiovascular system
cardiovascular system consist of
heart, blood vessels, blood
functions : filtering blood/ lymph, removing toxins, & transport system for WBCs/fluid
lymphatic system
lymphatic system consist of
lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, spleen, tonsils, thymus
functions : take in oxygen, & eliminate carbon dioxide
respiratory system
