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Endocrine System

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Endocrine System

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Glands secrete hormones that regulate processes such as growth, reproduction, and nutrient use (metabolism) by body cells.

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respiratory system

Front

Keeps blood constantly supplied with oxygen and removes carbon dioxide. The gaseous exchanges occur through the walls of the air sacs of the lungs.

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digestive system

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Breaks down food into absorbable units that enter the blood for distribution to body cells. Indigestible foodstuffs are eliminated as feces.

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urinary system

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Eliminates nitrogenous wastes from the body. Regulates water, electrolyte and acid-base balance of the blood.

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integumentary system

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Forms the external body covering, and protects deeper tissues from injury. Synthesizes vitamin D, and houses cutaneous (pain, pressure, etc.) receptors and sweat and oil glands.

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nervous system

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fast-acting control system of the body; responds to internal and external changes by activating appropriate muscles and glands

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reproductive system

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Overall function is the production of offspring.

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skeletal system

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Protects and supports body organs and provides a framework the muscles use to support movement. Blood cells are formed within bones; stores minerals.

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cardiovascular system

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Blood vessels transport blood, which carries oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, wastes, etc. The heart pumps blood.

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lymphatic system

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Picks up fluid leaked from blood vessels and returns it to blood. Disposes of debris in the lymphatic stream. Houses white blood cells involved in immunity.

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Muscular System

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

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