Organ systems roles in homeostasis Flashcards
Integumentary system
protects internal organs form injury and synthesizes vitamin d
;skin
Skeletal system
protects and supports body organs. Framework for muscles for causing movement. blood cells formed within bones. stores minerals.
Cardiovascular system
Blood vessels transport blood which carries o2 and co2 nutrient, waste,etc. heart pumps blood
Nervous system
fast acting control system responding to internal and external stimuli through appropriate muscles and glands
Lymphatic system
picks up leaked fluid from the blood vessels and returns it to the blood. Disposes of debris within the system. houses white blood cells.
Female /male reproductive system
Production of offspring.. ovarries produce egg and female sex hormones. Testies make sperm and male sex hormones. ducts ad glands aid in delivery of sperm to egg.
Muscular system
allows manipulation of the environment, locomotion,and facial expressions; maintains posture and produces heat.
