Organs Flashcards
Thymus
Part of the lymphatic system. T-cells mature in the thymus.
Organs of the skeletal system
Bones, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and joints.
Major organs of the integumentary system
Epidermis and dermis regions. Cutaneous (skin) sense organs and glands.
Major organs of the nervous system
Brian, spinal cord, nerves, and sensory receptors.
Major organs of the endocrine system
Pituitary, thymus, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, and pineal glands, ovaries, testes, and pancreas.
Lymphatic/immune system organs
Lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, tonsils, and scattered collection of lymphoid tissue.
Respiratory
Nasal passages, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.
Major organs of the digestive system
Oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, teeth, salivary glands, liver and pancreas.
Major organs of the urinary system
Kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra
Major organs of the reproductive system
Male: testes, prostate, scrotum, penis, and duck system (carries sperm)
Female: ovaries, uterine tubes, uterus, mammary glands, and vagina
