Body systems Flashcards
What is the cardiovascular system composed of?
The heart, blood vessels and blood.
What are the functions of the cardiovascular system?
Transport blood to lungs for oxygenation
Transport of oxygenated blood to body
Transport of deoxygenated blood back to lungs
What is the respiratory system composed of?
Nose, throat, larynx, trachea and lungs
What is the function of the respiratory system?
Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and atmosphere.
What is the digestive system composed of?
Mouth, salivary glands, pharynx, oesophagi, stomach, intestines, pancreas, liver and gall bladder.
What are the functions of a digestive system?
Digest, process and absorb nutrients from food.
Excrete waste products.
What is a nervous system composed of?
Brain, spinal cord, nerves and sensory organs.
What are the functions of a nervous system?
Give consciousness
Regulate and co-ordinate body activities
What is the musculoskeletal system composed of?
Bone, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints and skeletal muscle
What are the functions of the musculoskeletal system?
Support and protect internal organs
Allow movement
What is the immune system composed of?
White blood cells, lymph, spleen, bone marrow and thymus.
What are the functions of the immune system?
Defend against infection
Produce red and white blood cells
What is the endocrine system composed of?
All glands that secrete hormones
What are the functions of the endocrine system.
Regulate and co-ordinate body functions.
What is the urinary system composed of?
Kidneys, ureter, bladder and urethra.
