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6 levels of organization
Chemical >Cellular > Tissue > Organ > System > Organism
How many organ systems
11
Lymphatic system
Helps fight infection, balances fluid, helps absorb fats
Dermis
Accounts for 90% of skin thickness. Have blood vessels, lymph vessels, nerves, hair follicles and sebaceous + sweat glands
Function: Sensation, support, temperature regulation, delivery of nutrients + oxygen
Hypodermis
Has adipose and connective tissue, contains larger blood vessel and nerve branches.
Functions: Insulation, cushioning, energy storage (fats), allows skin to move.
Hair
Functions in temperature regulation, protection and sensory
Nails
Protection
Sweat glands
Coiled tube structures
Function: Temperature regulation, releasing waste
4 layers of duodenum
Mucosa (innermost): Has villi and mucous secreting goblet cells - secretion and absorption
Submucosa: Connective tissue with blood and lymph vessels + nerves - secretes mucus that neutralizes chyme from stomach
Muscularis: 2 layers of muscle - generates contractions
Serosa: Loose connective tissue + mesothelium - structural support, anchors duodenum to surrounding structures, protects outer wall.