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Organ Systems
| organ system | Main Organs/Structures | function |
|---|---|---|
| Circulatory System | Heart, blood vessels, blood | Transports oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste throughout the body |
| Excretory System | Kidneys, bladder, ureters, urethra | Removes waste products from the blood and maintains water balance |
| Nervous System | Brain, spinal cord, nerves | Controls body activities by transmitting electrical signals |
| Digestive System | Mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas | Breaks down food, absorbs nutrients, and eliminates undigested waste |
| Lymphatic System | Lymph nodes, lymph vessels, spleen, thymus | Helps protect the body from infection and returns fluids to the bloodstream |
| Respiratory System | Nose, trachea, lungs, bronchi | Brings oxygen into the body and removes carbon dioxide |
| Endocrine System | Glands (pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, pancreas, etc.) | Produces hormones that regulate growth, metabolism, and reproduction |
| Muscular System | Skeletal muscles, tendons | Enables movement, posture, and heat production |
| Skeletal System | Bones, cartilage, ligaments | Provides structure, protects organs, and aids movement |