Science 1.1 Flashcards
Provides framework, protects soft tissues, provide attachments for muscles, produce blood cells, store inorganic salts
Muscular system
Protects tissues, regulates body temperature, supports sensory receptors; skin, hair, nails, sweat glands ect.
Integumentary system
Controls metabolic activities of body structures; glands that secrete hormones
Endocrine system
Move blood through blood vessels and transport substances throughout the body; heart, arteries, capillaries, veins
Cardiovascular system
Return tissue fluid to the blood, carry certain absorbed food molecules, defend the body against infection
Lymphatic system
Receive, break down, and absorb food; eliminate unabsorbed material
Digestive system
Intake and output of air; exchange of gasses between air and blood
Respiratory
Remove wastes from blood, maintain water and electrolyte balance, store and transport urine
Urinary system
Produce and maintain egg/sperm cells and supports development
Reproductive system
Receives and sends signals to other organs through the nervous system and through hormones. Responsible for thoughts, feelings, memory forgave and general perception
Brain
