body systems Flashcards
integumentary
protecting body from bacteria, infection injury, sunlight
skeletal
gives the body its shape,allows movement, makes blood cells. provides protection, for organs and stores minerals
muscular
pumping blood and supporting movement to lifting heavy weights or giving birth
urinary
removes waste from blood in the form of urine
respiratory
move fresh air into your body while removing waste gases
digestive
breaks down food into simple nutrients such as carbohydrates, fats and proteins
endocrine
help control mood, growth and development, the way our organs work, metabolism and reproduction
lymphathic
keeps body fluid levels in balance and defends the body against infections
nervous
transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body, including internal organs
circulatory
carries O2, nutrients, and hormones to cells and removes waste products like carbon dioxide.