Chapter 21 – Cardiovascular System: Heart Overview The heart is the pump that maintains the circulation of blood. This circulation of blood can be divided into two circuits: 1. Pulmonary circuit carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs and back to…
Chapter 20 – The Cardiovascular System – Blood Functions of Blood 1. Transportation of dissolved gases 2. Distribution of nutrients 3. Transportation of metabolic wastes 4. Delivery of enzymes and hormones 5. Stabilization of…
Chapter 20 – The Cardiovascular System – Blood Functions of Blood 1. Transportation of dissolved gases 2. Distribution of nutrients 3. Transportation of metabolic wastes 4. Delivery of enzymes and hormones 5. Stabilization of…
Chapter 4 – Integumentary System Integument Functions: 1. Protection 2. Thermoregulation 3. Excretion (Secretion) 4. Energy Storage (lipids) 5. Synthesis of vitamin D 6. Sensation 7. Immune Defense Components: 1. Cutaneous Membrane a. Epidermis b. Dermis 2. Accessory Structures a. Hair b. Nails c. Exocrine…
Chapter 4 – Integumentary System Integument Functions: 1. Protection 2. Thermoregulation 3. Excretion (Secretion) 4. Energy Storage (lipids) 5. Synthesis of vitamin D 6. Sensation 7. Immune Defense Components: 1. Cutaneous Membrane a. Epidermis b. Dermis 2. Accessory Structures a. Hair b. Nails c. Exocrine…
Chapter 5 – Bone Development, Growth and Structure Ossification Bone appears in the 6-week-old embryo and growth of bone continues till about 25 years old. Bone formation may still occur but involves remodeling. The process of…
Chapter 5 – Bone Tissue Functions 1. Support The skeletal system provides structural support and a framework for attachment of soft tissues and organs. 2. Storage of Minerals Bones maintain a large reserve of calcium and…
Chapter 5 – Bone Development, Growth and Structure Ossification Bone appears in the 6-week-old embryo and growth of bone continues till about 25 years old. Bone formation may still occur but involves remodeling. The process of bone formation is calledossification. and…