organs of integumentary

Major Organs: Skin Hair Sweat Glands Nails

function of integumentary

Functions: Protects against environmental hazards Helps regulate temperature Provides sensory information

organs of skeletal system

Bones Cartilage Ligaments Bone Marrow

functions of skeletal system

Provides structural support and protection. Stores calcium & other minerals Makes all blood cells

organs of muscle system

Major Organs: Skeletal muscles Associated tendons/fascia

functions of muscle system

Functions: Contracts to provides movement or to generate force. Maintains posture Generates heat that helps maintain body temperature

organs of nervous system

Major Organs: Brain, Spinal Cord, Peripheral nerves, Sensory Organs

functions of nervous system

Communication system! Fast/Immediate responses to stimuli Conducts electrochemical signals/impulses. Coordinates/monitors activities of all other organ systems Provides/interprets sensory info.

organs of endocrine system

Major Organs: Pituitary Gland, Pancreas, Gonads, Thyroid Gland, Adrenal Glands

functions of endocrine system

Functions: Communication system! Directs long-term changes in the activities of organ systems. Adjusts metabolic activity and energy use by the body. Controls structural and functional changes during development.

organs of cardiovascular

Major Organs: Heart, Blood, and Blood Vessels

function of cardiovascular

Functions: Delivers water and dissolved minerals (nutrients, hormones, and O2 ) to cells and carries away waste products (including CO2). Distributes heat and assists in control of body temperature.

organs of Lymphatic System

Major Organs: Spleen Thymus Lymphatic Vessels / Lymph Nodes Tonsils

functions of Lymphatic system

Functions: Defends against infection and disease. Returns tissue fluids to the bloodstream.

organs of Respiratory System

Major Organs: Nasal Cavities, Sinuses, Larynx, Trachea, Bronchi, Lungs, Alveoli

functions of respiratory system

Functions: Delivers air to alveoli Provides O2 to bloodstream Removes CO2 from bloodstream Helps produces sounds for communication.

organs of Digestive System

Major Organs: Teeth, Tongue, Pharynx, Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine, Large Intestine, Liver, Gallbladder, Pancreas

functions of Digestive System

Functions: Processes and breaks down food into smaller/simple molecules. Absorbs water and nutrients Stores energy reserves.

organs of Renal / Urinary

Major Organs: Kidneys, Ureters, Urinary Bladder Urethra

functions of renal/urinary

Functions: Removes waste from blood. Regulates blood ion concentrations, pH, and BP Controls water balance Regulates urine composition Stores urine prior to elimination.

organs of Reproductive (Male)

Major Organs: Testes, Epididymis, Vas Deferens, Seminal Vesicles, Prostate Gland, Cowper’s Gland, Penis, Scrotum

functions of Reproductive (Male)

Produces male sex cells (Sperm), supporting fluids, and hormones. Sexual intercourse.

organs of Reproductive (Female)

Major Organs: Ovaries, Oviducts, Uterus, Vagina, Labia, Clitoris, Mammary Glands

functions of Reproductive (female)

Functions: Produces oocytes and hormones. Supports developing embryo from conception to delivery. Provides milk to nourish newborn Sexual intercourse.