Anatomy/Physiology Flashcards

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what are the 4 different types of chemical reactions?

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Synthesis, Decomposition, Exchange, and Reversible

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Integumentary System

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(Protecting System) body protecting system that includes the hair, skin, and nails

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Skeletal System

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(Protecting System) helps support movement, framework, and posture.
* this system is the storage of inorganic salts and also produces red blood cells
(main organs: bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons)

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Muscular System

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(Body Protecting) also supports movement and posture but is also the main source of body heat

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Nervous System

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(Integration and Coordination) helps coordinate and unite organ function through nerve impulses and neurotransmitters ; usually rapid, short term effects

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Endocrine System

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(Integration and Coordination) helps coordinate and unite organ function through chemical messengers and hormones; typically slower, more long lasting effects

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Cardiovascular System

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(Transport) aids in the transportation of gases, nutrients, blood cells, hormones, and waste

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Lymphatic System

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(Transport) aids in transportation of fluids from TISSUE space in blood and carries fats from digestive system to blood
*helps defend body against infection

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Digestive System

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(Absorption and Excretion) receives and breaks down food and excretes waste

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Respiratory System

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(Absorption and Excretion) absorbs oxygen by moving air in and out of the body and exchanges gases between air and blood

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Urinary System

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(Absorption and Excretion) removes blood waste , regulates electrolyte and water balance and produces and excretes urine

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Reproductive system

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(Absorption and Excretion) produces hormones and produces and transports sex cells

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13
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Ion

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atom that gains or loses electrons to become stable

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14
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cation

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positively charged ion

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Anion

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negatively charged ion

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16
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ionic bond

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strong chemical bond formed when opposite charge ions attract