Organ Systems: Anatomy

respiratory system

system responsible for taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide using the lungs

what organs are in the respiratory system

nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs

digestive system

Breaks down food into absorbable units that enter the blood for distribution to body cells.

Organs of the digestive system

mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine

endocrine system

Consists of glands that control many of the body's activities by producing hormones.

organs of the endocrine system

* Adrenal glands
* Ovaries
* Pancreas (islets of Langerhans)
* Parathyroid glands
* Pineal Gland
* Pituitary Gland
* Testes
* Thymus Gland
* Thyroid Gland

urinary system

Cleanses the blood. Rids the body of wastes. Maintains salt and water balance.

organs of the urinary system

kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra

lymphatic system

the network of vessels through which lymph drains from the tissues into the blood.

organs of the lymphatic system

lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, thymus, spleen, tonsils

reproductive system

Reproduce offspring- produce male sex cells (sperm) and female sex cells (oocytes)

organs of the reproductive system

Male: testes, scrotum, penis

Female: ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina

integumentary system functions

protects against environmental hazards, helps regulate body temperature, provides sensory information

Organs of the Integumentary System

skin, hair, nails, sweat glands, sebaceous glands

nervous system

the body's speedy, electrochemical communication network, consisting of all the nerve cells of the peripheral and central nervous systems

organs of the nervous system

brain, spinal cord, nerves

cardiovascular system

The transport system of the body responsible for carrying oxygen and nutrients to the body and carrying away carbon dioxide and other wastes; composed of the heart, blood vessels, and blood.

organs of the cardiovascular system

heart, arteries, capillaries, veins, blood vessels

skeletal system

Protects and supports body organs and provides a framework the muscles use to support movement. Made up of bones and joints

organs of skeletal system

bones, ligaments, cartilages

Muscular System

Allows manipulation of the environment, locomotion, and facial expression. Maintains posture, and produces heat.

Organs of the Muscular System

skeletal muscles, smooth muscles, and cardiac muscles