organ systems
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digestive system
Breaks down food into nutrients that the body can absorb.
respiratory system
Exchanges gases, taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide. lungs.
cardiovascular system
Pumps blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells.
endocrine system
Regulates bodily functions through chemical messengers (hormones) produced by glands.
integumentary system
Protects the body, regulates temperature, and includes the skin, hair, and nails.
lymphatic system
The body's defense system, involved in immunity by fighting pathogens and draining fluids.
skeletal system
Provides structure, support, and protection for organs, and enables movement.
nervous system
Controls and coordinates the body's responses to internal and external changes through the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
reproductive system
Responsible for the production of offspring.
urinary system
Filters waste from the blood and produces urine to be eliminated from the body.
musucular system
Allows for body movement and the movement of internal organs.