Organ Systems Functions

Question 1

What are the functions of the Integumentary System?

Answer 1

Protection, water retention, thermoregulation, Vitamin D synthesis, non-verbal communication

Question 2

What are the functions of the Skeletal System?

Answer 2

Support, movement, protection, blood formation, electrolyte and acid-base balance

Question 3

What are the functions of the Muscular System?

Answer 3

Movement, stability, communication, control of body openings, heat production

Question 4

What are the functions of the Lymphatic System?

Answer 4

Recovery of excess tissue fluid, detection of pathogens, production of immune cells, defense against disease

Question 5

What are the functions of the Respiratory System?

Answer 5

Absorption of oxygen, discharge of carbon dioxide, acid-base balance, speech

Question 6

What are the functions of the Urinary System?

Answer 6

Elimination of wastes, regulation of blood volume and pressure, stimulation of red blood cell formation, electrolyte and acid-base balance

Question 7

What are the functions of the Nervous System?

Answer 7

Rapid internal communication, coordination, motor control and sensation

Question 8

What are the functions of the Endocrine System?

Answer 8

Hormone production, internal chemical communication between different organ systems

Question 9

What are the functions of the Circulatory System?

Answer 9

Distribution of oxygen, wastes, hormones, electrolytes, heat, immune cells, and antibodies; fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance

Question 10

What are the functions of the Digestive System?

Answer 10

Nutrient breakdown and absorption; macronutrient metabolism, protein synthesis, detoxification, and blood cleansing

Question 11

What are the functions of the Reproductive Systems?

Answer 11

Production of eggs or sperm, site of fertilization, fetal nourishment, and secretion of sex hormones