Organization of the Human Body Flashcards
Define tissue, organ and system.
Tissue is a group of cells with similar structure and function. An organ is formed by groups of tissue working together to perform specific functions. A system is a collection of organs and other body parts that work together to carry out one of the body’s major functions.
Distinguish different types of tissue.
Epithellial (covers external and internal structures that form glands)
Connective (provides structure and support to body and helps hold organs in place)
Muscle (Contracts to allow body to move)
Nervous (Carries messages to direct activities)
Identify organs
Brain, Liver, Lungs, Intestines, Heart, Kidney
Organize levels of body’s structure
Molecules, Cells, Tissue, Organs, Organ System, Organism
Examples of major body functions
Integumentary, Skeletal, Digestive, Muscular, Cardiovascular, Urinary, Nervous, Lymphatic, Endocrine, Sensory, Respiratory, Reproductive
Define Anatomy
Study of body structure (dissection)
Define Physiology
Study of body function
Define Pathology
Study of disease
Body System that helps with protection, support and movement
Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular
Body System that helps with coordination and control
Nervous, Endocrine
Body System that helps with circulation and immunity
Cardiovascular, Lymphatic
Body System that helps with energy supply and fluid balance
Respiratory, Digestive, Urinary
Body System that helps with offspring
Reproductive
Function and components of Integumentary System
Protection, sensory perception, temperature regulation (skin, sweat glands, hair, nails)
Function and components of Skeletal System
Support, protection, movement (bones, joints)