Systems of the Body Flashcards
(30 cards)
The smallest unit of all living things
Cells
Tissue
Similar cells with a common function
Organ
Made of 2 or more types of tissues
Group of organs working toward a common goal
Organ system
Highest level of structural organization for an individual
Organism
Skeletal system
Provides support and protection gives the body shape
Skeletal main organs
Bones, ligaments, and joints
nervous system
detects impulses from the senses and is the control center of the body
Nervous system Organs
Brain, spinal cord, senses, and nerves
Cardiovascular System
transports nutrients and gasses throughout the body through the blood
Cardiovascular Organs
Heart, blood vessels, and blood
exchanges gasses O –> CO2
Respiratory system
Respiratory Organs
Lungs, sinuses, diaphragm
Breaks down and absorbs food
Digestive system
Mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder
Digestive system organs
Provides movement for all parts of the body
Muscular System
Muscular System organs
Skeletal and Smooth muscles
Integumentary System
Protect the body, regulate temperature, prevent water loss
Integumentary Organs
Skin, Hair, Nails
Lymphatic System
Fights infection and provides fluid for cells
Spleen, Thymus Gland, Lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes
Lymphatic Organs
Excretory (urinary) System
Removes waste from blood
Kidneys, Bladder, Ureters, Urethra, Glands
Excretory Organs
Endocrine System
Secrets Hormones
