Levels of organization and body systems p1 Flashcards
Describe the levels of organization
atoms to cells to tissues to organs to organ (body) systems to organism
Cardiovascular System
This system uses blood to deliver nutrients throughout the body and remove wastes from the body primarily using the heart
Respiratory System
The primary functions of the respiratory system are to provide oxygen to the body’s tissues for cellular respiration, remove the waste product carbon dioxide from the body, and help maintain the acid-base balance.
what are the major parts of the respiratory system
The nose, trachea, lungs, bronchi, and bronchioles are the major parts in this system.
Endocrine System
The purpose of the endocrine system is to regulate various organs by releasing hormones (chemical messengers).
what are the major parts of the endocrine system
The pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands make up this system, along with the pancreas, testes, and ovaries.
Female Reproductive System
This system functions to produce gametes and reproductive hormones and pregnancy
Male Reproductive System
The function of the male reproductive system is to produce sperm.
what makes up the female reproductive system
The ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes, and mammary glands make up this system.
what makes up the male reproductive system
The testes, scrotum, epididymis, vas deferens, prostate, seminal vesicles, and penis make up this system.
Lymphatic System
The major function of the lymphatic system is to drain extra body fluid (lymph) and return it to the bloodstream. It is also associated with the immune system and plays an important role in immunity.
what makes up the lymphatic system
This system consists of a network of lymphatic vessels, as well as the spleen and lymph nodes and ducts.
Urinary System
This system has various functions, but its main responsibility is cleansing the blood and removing wastes from the body.
what makes up the urinary system
This system consists of the kidneys, ureters, urethra, and bladder.
