Anatomy
is the parts of the system
Physiology
is how the system functions
Tissues
composed of cells, which are the basic units of the body
Homeotasis
state of balance and stability
Integumentary
protects internal organs
Metabolism
the name for physical and chemical processes carried out by the body systems to maintain homeostasis
Axilla
armpit
`Clavicle
collarbone
Sternum
breastbone
Thorax
chest
Thoraic cavity
area inside the chest
Mediastnum
central compartment
of the thoraic cavity where the heart is located
Anterior or ventral
the front of the body or body part
Posterior or dorsal
the back of the body or body part
The cardiovascular system
is made up of the heart, blood vessels and blood
Heart
located in the chest also known as the thorax or thoraic cavity between the lungs
Two lower chambers
left ventricle and right ventricle pump blood
Two upper chambers
left atrium and right atrium receive blood
Blood
is composed of a liquid portion called plasma . Blood transports gases, nutrients, wastes and hormones throughout the body
Erythrocytes
red blood cells
Leukocytes
white blood cells
Three type of blood vessels
Veins
Arteries
Capillaries
Aorta
largest artery in the body
Capillaries
are small blood vessels where exchanges are made. The capillaries connects to venules, small veins which then connect to larger veins.