Organ Systems Flashcards
major regulatory system
nervous system
detects sensations and controls movements
nervous system
physiological processes and intellectual functions
nervous system
major organs involved in the nervous system
- brain
- spinal cord
- nerves
- sensory receptors
allows body movements
skeletal system
Forms the external body covering - waterproof
Integumentary system
Cushions and protects deeper tissue from injury
Integumentary system
Excretes salts and urea in sweat
Integumentary system
Synthesizes vitamin D
Integumentary system
Location of cutaneous nerve receptors
Integumentary system
Provides muscle attachment for
movement
Skeletal system
Site of blood cell formation
Skeletal system
Stores minerals and adipose tissue
Skeletal system
produces red blood cells
Skeletal system
Skeletal system is composed of these major organs?
bones
associated cartillage
ligaments
joints
Allows locomotion
Muscular System
Maintains posture
Muscular System
Produces heat
Muscular System
Only 1 function – to contract or shorten
Muscular System
Fast-acting control system
nervous system
Responds to internal and external change
nervous system
Activates muscles and glands
nervous system
Secretes regulatory hormones into the blood that target distant organs
Endocrine system
growth, reproduction and metabolism
Endocrine system
