Organ Systems Flashcards
Integumentary system functions
Protection
Water retention
Vitamin D synthesis
Nonverbal communication
Integumentary system (organs)
Skin
Hair
Nails
Cutaneous glands
Skeletal system (organs)
Bones
Cartilages
Ligaments
Skeletal system functions
Support
Movement
Blood formation
Muscular system (organs)
Skeletal muscles
Muscular system functions
Movement
Stability
Heat production
Lymphatic system (organs)
Lymph nodes Lymphatic vessels Thymus Spleen Tonsils
Lymphatic system functions
Recovery of excess tissue fluid
Detection of pathogens
Defense against disease
Respiratory system (organs)
Nose Pharynx Larynx Trachea Bronchi Lungs
Respiratory system functions
Absorption of oxygen
Discharge of carbon dioxide
Speech
Urinary system (organs)
Kidneys
Ureters
Bladder
Urethra
Urinary system functions
Eliminates waste
Regulation of blood volume and pressure
Stimulation of red blood cell formation
Control of fluid
Nervous system (organs)
Brain
Spinal cord
Nerves
Ganglia
Nervous system functions
Rapid internal communication
Coordination
Motor control
Sensation
Endocrine system (organs)
Pituitary gland Pineal gland Thyroid gland Parathyroid gland Thymus Adrenal gland Pancreas Testes and ovaries
