Body systems Flashcards
1
Q
organ
A
group of tissues acting together to perform a specific function
1
Q
what are the 4 basic tissue types
A
muscle
epithelia
nerves
connective tissue
2
Q
system
A
collection of organs that have related functions and work together to carry out a common goal
3
Q
where is venous blood from gi tract drained to first
A
liver
4
Q
where is venous blood pumped
A
right side
5
Q
where is arterial blood pumped
A
left
6
Q
circulation
A
heart > arteries > arterioles > capillaries > venues > veins > heart
7
Q
A
8
Q
lymph
A
once tissue fluid is taken up by lymphatic vessels
9
Q
thoracic duct
A
major lymphatic vessel in the body
returns lymph to large veins in root of the neck
