The Human Body : An Orientation Flashcards
Largest organ
Skin
Study of the structure of the human body
Anatomy
Study of how the body and parts work or function
Physiology
Levels of study which easily observable and large structure
Gross anatomy
Level of study which cannot be seen without microscope
Microscopic anatomy
Forms the external body covering
Synthesis vitamin D
Regulates Body temperature
Integumentary system
Protect and support internal organs
Provides muscle attachment
Skeletal system
Allow locomotion
Maintain posture
Produce heat
Muscular system
Fast acting control system
Nervous system
Secretes regulatory hormones
-growth
-reproduction
-metabolism
Endocrine system
Transport material in body via blood pumped by heart
-oxygen
-carbondioxide
-nutrients
-waste
Cardiovascular system
Returns body fluid to blood vessels.
Disposes of debris.
Lymphatic system
Keeps blood supplied with oxygen.
Removes carbon dioxide
Respiratory system
Breaks down food.
Absorb nutrients into the blood.
Digestive system
Maintains- acid balance
Eliminate nitrogenous waste
Regulates body fluids
-water
-electrolytes
Urinary system
