Ch. 1 Eleven Organ Systems Flashcards
Integumentary system
Protects body from environmental hazards; controls body temperature
Skeletal system
Supports, protects soft tissues: stores minerals; forms blood cells
Muscular system
Moves and supports body; produces heat
Nervous system
Directs immediate responses to stimuli, usually by coordinating the activities of other organ systems
Cardiovascular system
Transports cells and dissolved materials internally, including nutrients, wastes, gases
Lymphatic system
Defends against infection and disease
Respiratory system
Delivers air to sites where gas exchange can occur
Digestive system
Processes food and absorbs organic nutrients, minerals, vitamins, water
Urinary system
Eliminates excess water, salts, waste products; controls pH
Reproductive system
Produces sex cells and hormones
