functions Flashcards
protects body
integumentary system
protects internal organs
musculoskeletal
supplies oxygen
respiratory system
transports oxygen and nutrients to cells
circulatory system
regulates fluid balance and body temp
integumentary
regulates all other body systems
nervous system
allows movement
musculoskeletal
produces vitamin D
integumentary
influences traits like strength
endocrine
breaks down food
digestive
stores minerals
integumentary
filters waste from blood
genitourinary
produces heat and blood components
musculoskeletal
removes waste
circulatory
supports body
musculoskeletal
controls blood glucose levels
endocrine
transmits messages to and from the brain
nervous system
removes carbon dioxide
respiratory
helps prevent infection
integumentary
absorbs nutrients
digestive
eliminates waste
genitourinary
balances fluids and electrolytes
genitourinary
regulates water and electrolytes
endocrine
eliminates solid waste
digestive