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System Functions
Organ Systems classified by function
| Funtions | System |
|---|---|
| Protection, Temperature Regulation, Synthesis of chemicals & hormones. Serves as a sense organ | Integumentary System |
| Support, Movement, Storage of minerals, Blood formation. | Skeletal System |
| Movement, Maintains body posture, Produces heat | Muscular System |
| Communication, Integration, Control, Recognition of sensory stimuli | Nervous System |
| Secretion of hormones, Communication, Integration, Control | Endocrine System |
| Transportation, Immunity, Regulation of body temperature | Cardiovascular/Circulatory System |
| Transportation, Immune System | Lymphatic System |
| Elimination of wastes, Electrolyte balance, Acid-base balance, Water balance | Urinary System |
| Digestion of food, Absorption of nutrients | Digestive System |
| Exchange of gases in the lungs | Respiratory System |
| Survival of species, Production of sex cells, Fertilization, Development, Birth, Nourishment of offspring, Production of hormones | Reproductive System |