Organ Systems Flashcards
How many organ systems are there?
11
Name all organ systems
Lymph, Cardiovascular, Endocrine, Digestive, Integumentary and Sensory Organs, Nervous (or Sensory), Musculoskeletal, respiratory, Reproductive, Urinary,
What is the purpose of the Lymph System?
Carrying nutrients, wastes, hormones and gases to and from body cells and providing protection and immunity from harmful organisms
Name the corresponding organs in the Lymph System
Bone marrow, spleen, tonsils, lymph fluids, nodes, ducts, vessels
What is the purpose of the Cardiovascular System?
Circulates blood throughout the body to deliver nutrients to and removes waste from the organs
What are the corresponding organs in the Cardiovascular System?
Heart, arteries, blood, capillaries, veins
What is the purpose of the Endocrine System?
Secretes hormones
What are the corresponding organs in the Endocrine System?
Thyroid, pituitary, adrenal glands
What is the purpose of the digestive system?
Processes food for nutrient absorption
What are the corresponding organs in the Digestive System?
Mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, abdomen
What is the purpose of the Integumentary System and Sensory Organs?
Encase the body, regulate its temperature, and communicate touch and many other sensory functions
What are the corresponding organs in the Integumentary System?
Skin, hair, nails
What is the purpose of the Nervous System?
Communicates actions between body systems and carries nerve impulses to and from the brain
What is the purpose of the Musculoskeletal System?
The skeletal system supports the body structures while the muscular system carries out nerve commands to produce movement
What is the purpose of the respiratory system?
Conducts oxygen into, and carbon dioxide out of, the body
