Activity 2. Organ-System Level

SENTERO, Samantha Nicole_Activity 2

SENTERO, Samantha Nicole_Activity 2

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1. What are the organs that constitute each of the organ-systems above?

  1. Integumentary system is made up of organs including skin, hair, fingernails and toenails, glands, as well as nerves and blood vessels that sustain and nourish them.

  2. Skeletal system consists of bones and connective tissues such as cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. 

  3. Muscular system is composed of the neck, back, shoulder, arms, wrist, hand, abdomen, hip, lower leg, and foot.

  4. Nervous system consists of organs such as the brain, spinal cord, retina, ganglia, nerves, and sensory neurons. 

  5. Endocrine system is composed of the hypothalamus, thyroid, and parathyroid, adrenal gland, pineal gland, gonads, and pancreas.

  6. Cardiovascular system has organs that are composed of the heart, blood, and blood vessels.

  7. Lymphatic system is composed of the spleen, thymus gland, adenoids, and tonsils. 

  8. Respiratory system is composed of organs including the nose, larynx, trachea, bronchi, epiglottis, lungs, pharynx, and alveoli.

  9. Digestive system is composed of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. Sometimes, the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas can be instrumental in the processes carried out by the digestive system.

  10. Urinary system consists of organs such as the kidneys, bladder, ureter, and urethra. 

  11. Reproductive system is composed of testes, scrotum, vas deferens, accessory glands, and penis for male. On the other hand, the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and vagina are the organs needed by females in reproduction. 

 

2. Which organ systems function to regulate acid-base balance in body fluid?

  • According to the video lesson presented, the cardiovascular system, urinary system, and respiratory system are responsible for regulating and maintaining acid-base balance in body fluids.