Human Body Systems Flashcards
Write the levels of organization in order from simplest to most complex.
Cell, Tissue, Organ, System, Organism
What is the function of the Muscular System?
Produces voluntary movement
List one example of an organ system that the Muscular System interacts with.
Skeletal System
What is the function of the Skeletal System?
Supports the body
List two major organs/structures of the Skeletal System.
Foot, Head
List one example of an organ system that the Skeletal System interacts with.
Circulatory System
What is the function of the Integumentary System?
Acts as a barrier against infection and injury
List two major organs/structures of the Integumentary System.
Hair, Nails
List one example of an organ system that the Integumentary System interacts with.
Nervous System
What is the function of the Circulatory System?
Transports O2, Nutrients, and Hormones to other parts of the body
List two major organs/structures of the Circulatory System.
Heart, Blood
List one example of an organ system that the Circulatory System interacts with.
Respiratory System
What is the function of the Respiratory System?
Brings in oxygen, releases carbon dioxide, breathing/respiration
List two major organs/structures of the Respiratory System.
Lungs, Nose
List one example of an organ system that the Respiratory System interacts with.
Circulatory System
What is the function of the Immune System?
Fights infection
List two major Organs/Structures of the Immune System.
Heart, Blood
List one example of an organ system that the Immune System interacts with.
Digestive System
What is the function of the Digestive System?
Absorbs energy; eliminates wastes
List two major Organs/Structures of the Digestive System.
Mouth, Stomach
List one example of an organ system that the Digestive System interacts with.
Circulatory System
What is the function of the Excretory/Urinary System?
Eliminates waste products
List two major Organs/Structures of the Excretory/Urinary System.
Kidneys, Ureters
List one example of an organ system that the Excretory/Urinary System interacts with.
Circulatory System
What is the function of the Endocrine System?
Controls growth, development, and metabolism
List two major Organs/Structures of the Endocrine System.
Thyroid, Pancreas
List one example of an organ system that the Endocrine System interacts with.
Nervous System
What is the function of the Nervous System?
Coordinates the body’s response to change
List two major Organs/Structures of the Nervous System.
Brain, Spinal Cord
List one example of an organ system that the Nervous System interacts with.
Sensory Receptors
What is the function of the Reproductive System?
Produce cells essential to reproduction
What are the two cells of the Reproductive System?
Sperm, Egg
What gender does both the Sperm and Egg belong to?
Sperm: Male
Egg: Female
