Chapter 1 vocabulary Flashcards
Endocrine
Affected by the removal of the thyroid gland
Urinary
Rids the body of nitrogen containing waste
Skeletal
Provide support and levers on which the muscular system can act
Cardiovascular
Includes the heart
Integument
Protects underlying organs from dying out and medical damage
Lymphatic
Protects the body; destroys bacteria and tumor cells
Digestive
Breaks down food stuff into small particles that can be absorbed
Respiratory
Removes carbon dioxide from the blood
Cardiovascular
Delivers oxygen and nutrients to the body tissues
Muscular
Moved the limbs; allows facial expressions
Urinary
Conserves body water or eliminates excesses
Reproductive
Provides for conception and childbearing
Endocrine
Controls the body with chemicals called hormones
Integumentary
Is damaged when you cut your finger or got a severe sunburn
Cardiovascular
Blood vessels, heart