Human Body Science - Functions Of The Body Flashcards
Adaptation
Receive, interpret and respond to internal and external stimuli via the nervous system
Circulation
Transport oxygen and other nutrients to tissues via the cardiovascular system
Elimination
Remove metabolic wastes from the body via the renal system
Locomotion
Allow voluntary and involuntary movement of the body via the musculoskeletal and neurological systems
Nutrition
Take in and break down nutrients to be used for metabolism via the digestive system
Oxygenation
Take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide via the respiratory system
Regulation
Hormonal control of the body functions via the endocrine system
Self-duplication
Production of offspring via the reproductive system
The human body is an integrated system the carries out the following functions
Adaptation Circulation Elimination Locomotion Nutrition Oxygenation Regulation Self-duplication
