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Organ Systems

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integumentary system   the skin  
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protection   primary function of the skin  
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skeletal system   contains bones, cartilage, ligaments and joints  
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bones   organs of the skeletal system  
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muscular system   functions include movement, body posture, and production of heat  
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skeletomuscular system   combination of skeltal and muscular system  
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nervous system   funtions include control and integration of body funtions  
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central nervous system   CNS-contains brain and spinal cord  
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peripheral nervous system   PNS-contains cranial nerves, spinal nerves and sense organs  
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endocrine system   contains ductless glands that secrete hormones into the blood  
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cardiovascular system   also called circulatory system, contains heart and blood vessels  
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lymphatic system   transports lymph, provides immuntiy  
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immune system   phagocytosis of bacteria and provides protection from harmful agents  
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respiratory system   exchanges waste gases for oxygen in lungs  
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digestive system   mechanical and chemical breakdown of food  
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urinary system   acid/base, electrolyte and water balance  
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reproductive system   production of sex cells and hormones  
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