Organ Systems - ch 5 Flashcards
1
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Integumentary System
A
- skin
- protection (primary function)
- regulates body temperature & synthesizes chemicals
- sense organ
- 20 lbs. (16% of body weight)
2
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Skeletal System
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- bones, ligaments, cartilage, joints & tendons
- supporting framework for body
- movement
- storage of minerals
- formation of blood cells
3
Q
Nervous System
A
- communication between body organs
- integration & control of body functions
- recognition of sensory stimuli
4
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Cardiovascular System
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- heart, arteries, veins & capillaries
- transportation of substances throughout the body
- regulation of body temperature
- immunity
5
Q
Immune System
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- phagocytes, secretory cells & protein compounds
- phagocytosis of bacteria, chemical reactions that provide protection from harmful agents
6
Q
Respiratory System
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- nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi & lungs
- exchange of carbon dioxide for oxygen in the alveoli
- filters irritants from inspired air
- regulation of acid/base balance
7
Q
Muscular System
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- primary organs are muscles
- function is movement
8
Q
Endocrine System
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- glands, pancreas, ovaries & testes
- same function as nervous system, but much slower & longer duration
9
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Lymphatic System
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- lymph nodes & tonsils, thymus & spleen
- transportation of lymph
- immunity
10
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Digestive System
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- form alimentary canal (GI tract)
- mechanical & chemical breakdown of food
- absorption of nutrients
- elimination of undigested waste
11
Q
Urinary System
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- kidneys, ureters, bladder & urethra
- “clearing” of waste products
- electrolyte balance
- water balance
- acid/base balance
12
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Reproductive System
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- survival of genes
- transfer & fertilization of sex cells
- development, birth, & nourishment of offspring
13
Q
- skin
- protection (primary function)
- regulates body temperature & synthesizes chemicals
- sense organ
- 20 lbs. (16% of body weight)
A
Integumentary System
14
Q
- bones, ligaments, cartilage, joints & tendons
- supporting framework for body
- movement
- storage of minerals
- formation of blood cells
A
Skeletal System
15
Q
- communication between body organs
- integration & control of body functions
- recognition of sensory stimuli
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Nervous System
