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