A body system is a group of body parts that work together to perform a certain job. Although each body system performs a different role, the systems interact, and problems with one system can affect the function of other systems.
Body systems and functions:
Musculoskeletal- Support, movement and protection
Gastrointestinal- Nutrition
Integumentary- Protection
Reproductive- Reproduction
Cardiovascular- Transportation of blood
Respiratory- Delivers oxygen to cells and removes carbon dioxide
Urinary- Elimination of nitrogenous waste
Nervous/behavioral- Receive/process information
Endocrine- Effects changes through chemical messengers
Blood/lymphatic/immune- Transportation of nutrients/waste, protection
Special senses (Eye and Ear)- Information gathering, balance
Body systems and functions:
Musculoskeletal- Support, movement and protection
Gastrointestinal- Nutrition
Integumentary- Protection
Reproductive- Reproduction
Cardiovascular- Transportation of blood
Respiratory- Delivers oxygen to cells and removes carbon dioxide
Urinary- Elimination of nitrogenous waste
Nervous/behavioral- Receive/process information
Endocrine- Effects changes through chemical messengers
Blood/lymphatic/immune- Transportation of nutrients/waste, protection
Special senses (Eye and Ear)- Information gathering, balance