Jason GodoBiology 120

Chapter 2Presentation

For each body system, decide what its function is before

clicking to the next slide for the answer.

Integumentary

What is the function of the integumentary system?

Forms protective two-way barrier and aids in temperature regulation.

Musculoskeletal

What is the function of the musculoskeletal system?

Skeleton supports and protects the body, forms blood cells, and stores minerals. Muscles produce movement.

Cardiovascular

What is the function of the cardiovascular system?

Pumps blood throughout the entire body to transport nutrients, oxygen, and wastes.

Blood (Hematic)

What is the function of the hematic system?Transports oxygen, protects against

pathogens, and controls bleeding.

Lymphatic

What is the function of the lymphatic system?Protects the body from disease and invasion

from pathogens.

Respiratory

What is the function of the respiratory system?

Obtains oxygen and removes carbon dioxide from the body.

Digestive

What is the function of the digestive system?Ingests, digests, and absorbs nutrients for

the body.

Urinary

What is the function of the urinary system?Filters waste products out of the blood and

removes them from the body.

Female reproductive

What is the function of the female reproductive system?

Produces eggs for reproduction and provides place for growing baby.

Male reproductive

What is the function of the male reproductive system?

Produces sperm for reproduction.

Endocrine

What is the function of the endocrine system?Regulates metabolic activities of the body.

Nervous

What is the function of the nervous system?Receives sensory information and

coordinates the body’s response.

Special Senses

What is the function of the special senses system?

Vision, hearing, and balance.

Thank you for your participation!Jason Godo, Biology 120, Truman College, 1/21/2012