Anatomy And Physiology, Ch 1, Body Systems Defined

Front 1

Describe the Integumentary System

Back 1

Organ system that protects the body from damage (abrasion, water loss, microorganisms, and sun damage) and is comprised of the skin and apendages like hair, nails, glands. It also houses our touch receptors and regulates body temp

Front 2

Decribe the skeletal system

Back 2

The skeletal system comprises all the bones and joints of the body and acts as a scaffold to provide support and structure to the human organism. Bones produce blood cells (hemopoeisis), store calcium and phosphorous, and protect organs.

Front 3

Describe the muscular system

Back 3

Responsible for movement and comprised of muscles, tendons, and aponeurosis (flat tissue that functions like a tendon. Muscles also generate heat yhrough contractions.

Front 4

Define the nervous system

Back 4

Comprised of the brain, spinal cord, eyes, ears, taste buds and peripheral nerves, this system controls muscles (involuntary and voluntary movement), the body's response to stimuli, consciousness, intelligence, amd memory.

Front 5

Decscribe the ebdocrine system

Back 5

This system is responsible for hormone production and regulates body functions through glands. Major glands are: pineal,pituitary, pancreas, ovaries, testes, thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal.

Front 6

Describe the cardiovascular system

Back 6

Comprised of the heart and blood vessels (arteries, veins, capillaries), this system transports (circulates) oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and cellular waste throughout the body.

Front 7

Describe the lymphatic system

Back 7

This system is responsible for ridding the body of toxins, waste, and other unwanted materials. This system does so bt transporting lymph, a fluid containing white blood cells, to fight infection in an immune response. In includes the thymus, spleen, tonsils, lymph nodes, thoracic duct, and lymph vessels.

Front 8

Describe the respiratory system

Back 8

Realonsible for taking in oxygen and expelling CO2. Primary organs are the lungs, bronchi, trachea, nose, pharyns, larynx.

Front 9

Describe the urinary system

Back 9

This system filters blood to remove waste via urine. Primary organs are the kidney, ureter, bladder, and urethra

Front 10

Describe the digestive system

Back 10

Comprised of the mouth, throat, esophagus, liver, stomach, and intestines, this system controlls food digestion, nutrient absorption, and waste excretion.

Front 11

Describe the reproductive system

Back 11

This system produces sex ces, hormones, and is responsible for reproduction.