Activity 2. Organ-System Level

NAVARETTE, Sofia Rolene D. - [Week 1] Activity 2

NAVARETTE, Sofia Rolene D. - [Week 1] Activity 2

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

 

The integumentary system consists of the skin, nails, hair, and associated glands. 

On the other hand, the main organs of the skeletal system include the bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons. 

The muscular system comprises different muscles such as the skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscles. 

There are two main parts that make up the nervous system, namely the central and peripheral. The central nervous system is composed of the brain and spinal cord, while under the peripheral nervous system is the complex network of nerves throughout the body.

The endocrine system consists of a complex network of glands and organs like the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, pineal gland, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, adrenal gland, pancreas, ovaries, and testicles.  

Another one of the organ systems in the human body is the cardiovascular system, which is composed of the heart, blood vessels, and blood.

The lymphatic system is composed of the tonsils and adenoids, lymph nodes, thymus, appendix, spleen, bone marrow, and the Peyer's patch.

Besides the ones mentioned above, there is also the respiratory system, which involves the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

The digestive system comprises the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and anus.

While the urinary system includes the kidneys, renal pelvis, ureters, bladder, and urethra. 

The organs that make up the reproductive system vary according to the sex assigned at birth. The female reproductive system consists of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, and vagina. On the other hand, the male reproductive system includes the prostate, testes, and penis.

 

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

 

The three main organ systems that are responsible for maintaining the body’s acid-base balance are the cardiovascular, urinary, and respiratory systems.