Studied by 1 personCirculatory System
responsible for the transportation of oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body. It consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood.
digestive system
System that breaks down food into nutrients that can be absorbed by the body, consisting of organs such as the stomach, small intestine, and liver.
endocrine system
What is the system responsible for producing and secreting hormones into the bloodstream to regulate body functions? It controls growth, metabolism, reproduction, and mood.
excretory system
The system in the body responsible for eliminating waste products and excess water from the body.
integumentary system
System responsible for protecting the body from external damage and regulating body temperature through sweat production, hair, and oil secretion.
lymphatic system
The body's drainage system that helps remove excess fluid and waste from tissues. It also helps fight infections by producing and transporting white blood cells.
muscular system
The network of muscles in the human body that allows movement, maintains posture, and generates heat. It is composed of three types of muscles: skeletal, smooth, and cardiac. Skeletal muscles are voluntary and attached to bones, while smooth and cardiac muscles are involuntary and found in organs and the heart, respectively.
nervous system
The complex network of nerves and cells that transmit signals between different parts of the body. It is responsible for controlling and coordinating all bodily functions and responses to external stimuli.
respiratory system
responsible for the exchange of gases between the body and the environment. It consists of the lungs, trachea, bronchi, and alveoli, and works by inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide.
reproductive system
The system responsible for producing and transporting gametes (sperm and egg) for fertilization. It consists of gonads (testes in males and ovaries in females), ducts (vas deferens and fallopian tubes), and accessory organs (penis and uterus). Hormones like testosterone and estrogen regulate reproductive functions.
skeletal system
System that provides support, protection, and movement for the body. Made up of bones, cartilage, and ligaments. Produces blood cells and stores minerals.
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