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Intro Body Systems

Introduction to body systems and homeostasis

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organ group of tissues working together to perform a specific function.
feedback Feedback describes the situation when information about the result of an event in the past will influence the same event in the future which assists in maintainning homeostasis.
differentiation process by which cells acquire the structures and functions to preform in a specific manner.
organ system this is formed when two or more organs work together in a coordinated way to carry out similar functions.
tissue group of cells that work together to perform a similar function.
homeostasis Multiple organ systems working together to perform all of life’s necessary functions while interacting to maintain a balanced internal environment.
skeletal body system that includes the bones and the connective tissues providing the body with support and protection.
integrumentary body system that includes the skin and the tissues found within it.
muscular body system that works with skeletal system to allow for locamotion. It also helps substances move throughout the body.
circulatory body system responsible for transporting nutrients and wastes throughout the body.
lymphatic body system that collects excess fluid that leaks out of the blood capillaries into the area between the cells and returns it to the circulatory system.
respiratory body system that brings oxygen into the body and removes carbon dioxide.
endocrine body system that controls growth, development, and responds the the environment by releasing chemical signals (hormones) into the bloodstream.
nervous body system that controls life processes through physically connected network of cells, tissues, and organs by sending electronic signals.
immune body system that aids in fighting off infections and pathogens by releasing specialized cells that travel through the lymphatic and circulatory systems to reach the site of infection.
digestive body system that breaks down food from larger complex molecules to smaller ones that can be used by the body and helps convert food energy into a usable form.
excretory body system that eliminates nonsolid wastes via sweat, urine, and exhalation to help maintain homeostasis.
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