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Systems
Term | Definition |
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Integumentary Systems | -skin -protection, body temp regulation, sensory reception, production of vitamin D -Skin, nails, hair, sweat glands |
Skeletal Systems | -framework, protection, attachment sites, storage of inorganic salts, production, support and movement -bones, cartilages, ligaments |
Muscular System | -movement, main source of body heat, maintenance of posture -muscles |
Nervous and Endocrine Systems | integration and coordination of organ function through nerve impulses or hormones |
Cardiovascular System | transportation of gases, nutrients, blood cells and wastes -heart, arteries, veins |
Lymphatic System | -Transportation of fluids, lymphocyte production, body defense -lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, thymus, spleen |
Digestive System | -receives food, breaks down food, excretes waste -Mouth, tongue, teeth, salivary glands, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small and large intestines |
Respiratory System | -Exchange of gases -nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs |
Urinary System | -removes blood wastes, regulates electrolyte and water balance, blood pressure -kidneys, utterers, urinary bladder, uretha |
Reproductive Systems | male and female systems produce and transport sex cells |