organ systems and the fuctions Flashcards
1
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integumentary system
A
encloses internal body structure
-site of many sensory receptors
2
Q
skeletal system
A
supports the body
3
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muscular system
A
enables movement with skeletal system
4
Q
nervous system
A
detects and processes sensory information
activates bodily responses
5
Q
endocrine system
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secretes hormones
regulates bodily processes
6
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cardiovascular system
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delivers oxygen and nutrients to tissues
-equalizes temperature in body
7
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lymphatic system
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returns fluid to body
defends against pathogens
8
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respiratory system
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removes carbon dioxide from the body
9
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digestive system
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processes food for use by the body
10
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urinary system
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controls water balance int he body
11
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male reproductive system
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produces sex hormones and gametes
12
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female reproductive system
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produces sex hormones and gametes
- supports embryo/fetus until birth
- produces milk for infants
