Intro Flashcards
Protect from environmental hazards; temp control
Integumentary system
Support and protection of soft tissues; mineral storage; blood formation
Skeletal system
Locomotion, support, heat production
Muscular system
Nervous system
Direct immediate responses to stimuli by coordinating activities of other organ systems
Endocrine system
Direct long term changes in activities of other organ sys.
Cardiovascular system
Internal transport of cells and dissolved materials, including nutrients, wastes, and gases
Defend against infection and disease
Lymphoid system
Digestive system
Process food and absorb organic nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and water
Urinary system
Eliminate excess water, salts, and waste products; control pH
Cranial and spinal
What cavities does the posterior cavity consist of?
What do the pleural cavity consist of?
Lungs
What holds the stomach, most intestines, spleen, and liver?
Peritoneal cavity
