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Human Anatomy: Body Systems
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The major human body systems and what they do — foundational anatomy & physiology.
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Skeletal system
Provides structure, protects organs, and produces blood cells
Muscular system
Enables movement and generates body heat
Cardiovascular system
Pumps blood to transport oxygen, nutrients, and wastes
Respiratory system
Exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide (lungs)
Digestive system
Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients
Nervous system
Processes information and coordinates body responses
Endocrine system
Releases hormones that regulate body functions
Immune / lymphatic system
Defends the body against pathogens
Urinary system
Filters blood and removes waste as urine
Integumentary system
Skin, hair, and nails; protects and regulates temperature
Reproductive system
Produces offspring
Largest organ of the body
The skin
Number of bones in an adult human
206
Function of red blood cells
Carry oxygen using hemoglobin
Function of white blood cells
Fight infection as part of the immune system
How many chambers does the heart have?
Four — two atria and two ventricles