Circulatory system
Heart and vessels that transport blood.
Public flashcard set
Human Body Systems Overview
Big-picture systems for biology class.
school biology anatomy
Flashcards
Respiratory system
Organs that exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Digestive system
Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients.
Nervous system
Brain, spinal cord, and nerves controlling the body.
Skeletal system
Bones that support and protect the body.
Muscular system
Muscles that enable movement.
Endocrine system
Glands that release hormones.
Immune system
Defenses against infection.
Urinary system
Kidneys and tracts that remove waste as urine.
Integumentary system
Skin, hair, and nails.
Reproductive system
Organs involved in producing offspring.
Lymphatic system
Vessels and nodes that return fluid and support immunity.
Homeostasis
Maintaining stable internal conditions.
Organ
Structure of tissues performing a function.