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| Reproductive System |
Primarily within pelvic cavity; sex organs (ovaries/testis) and support structures
Function: Production an support of sex cells and hormone production |
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| Urinary System |
Primarily within the pelvic cavity; kidney, ureter, bladder and urethra
Function: Regulation of blood chemistry via the elimination of excess water, salts and waste products |
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| Digestive System |
Primarily within the abdominal cavity
Function: Processing of food and the absorption of nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and water and the elimination of waste |
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| Respiratory System |
Structures involved with the exchange of gases; lungs, nose, larynx, trachea, bronchi
Function: Exchange of gases (O2 and CO2) with the body and environment |
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| Lymphatic System |
Structures throughout body; lymph vessels, nodes and organs
Function: Internal defense and blood volume maintenance |
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| Cardiovascular System |
Heart and blood vessels throughout body
Function: Internal transport of dissolved materials (nutrients, gases, waste) |
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| Endocrine System |
Glandular tissue throughout body
Function: Coordinates and controls body systems (uses chemical signals, hormones) |
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| Nervous System |
Central (brain and spinal cord) and peripheral (motor and sensory nerves) nervous system
Function: Controls body systems, perceiving internal and external environments |
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| Muscular System |
Component of body wall; skeletal muscles and tendons
Function: Support, mobility, and heat production |
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| Skeletal System |
Component of body wall; bones, ligaments, cartilage, and connective tissue
Function: Support, protection, blood formation, mineral storage |
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| Integumentary System |
Outermost part of body wall (skin); epidermis, dermis; accessory structures- hair, nails, glands, sensory endings
Function: Protection from the environment and temperature control |
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