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APBio
APbioLHSCh40BodySystems&functions
| organ system | main components | main functions |
|---|---|---|
| circulatory | heart | internal distrib. of materials |
| endocrine | pituitary, thyroid, pancreas | coordination of body activities |
| excretory | kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra | disposal of metabolic wastes;regulation of osmotic balance of blood |
| digestive | mouth, pharynx, esophagus | ingestion |
| digestive | stomach, liver, pancreas | digestion |
| digestive | intestines | absorption |
| digestive | anus | elimination |
| immune&lymphatic | bone marrow, thymus, spleen | body defense |
| immune&lymphatic | white blood cells, lymph nodes & vessels | body defense |
| respiratory | lungs, trachea | gas exchange |
| reproductive | ovaries, testes | reproduction |
| integumentary | skin | protective barrier |
| skeletal | ligaments & cartilage | body support |