body system Flashcards
Integumentary system
Protection of the body, temperature control, and collection of sensory input
Reproductive system
Performs the functions necessary for the survival of the species
Lymphatic and immune system
Involved in the control of fluid balance and protection of the body against pathogens
Respiratory system
Involved in control of pH and exchange of gasses
Urinary system
Involved in control of pH, fluid balance, and excretion of metabolic wastes
Skeletal system
Provides support and protection for the body, stores minerals, and produces red blood cells
Nervous system
Allows an organism to interact with its environment
Endocrine system
Produces chemical messengers to control many body functions
Digestive system
Processes food to provide the body with the materials required for maintenance, repair, growth and energy
Cardiovascular system
Transports materials throughout the body
