Levels of Organization
A distinct structure made up of multiple tissues working together to perform a specific task.
Liver, Stomach, Skin, Lungs etc
Organs
Transports blood, oxygen, nutrients, hormones and waste through the body
Circulatory system
Away from the midline or towards the sides
Lateral
The body’s first line of defence against germs, bacteria, viruses etc.
The Immune System
Divides the body into front and back sections
Frontal Plane
The building block of all matter, is also the smallest.
Atom
The body's internal framework, this system provides support, aids in movement and stores minerals
Skeletal System
Near the surface
Superficial
In this system, organs work together to break down food, absorb nutrients and eliminate waste.
Digestive System
The front of the body is also known as this
Anterior or Ventral
The second largest level of organization in the body, these are groups of organs that work together to perform essential bodily functions.
Organ Systems
Endocrine System
Above another part or closer to the head
Superior
This systems takes in Oxygen and removes Carbon Dioxide by using the lungs, airways, diaphragm, mouth and nose.
Respiratory System
Divides the body side to side into upper and lower portions
Transverse Plane
The second smallest level of the body organism contains the fundamental molecules that all living things are made of.
Cells
Allows for movement, maintains posture,
Muscular System
Below another part or closer to the feet
Inferior
Important to the immune and circulatory systems, this system maintains fluid balance, supports immune defense and helps with fat absorption
Lymphatic System
The Back part of the body is also known as this
Posterior or Dorsal
A group of cells that share a similar structure, working together to perform a task in the body
Tissues
This system plays a role in everything you do. It helps you move, think, feel and helps to regulate the things you do and don't even think about like digestion.
Nervous System
Towards the bottom of the body or farthest away from something
Distal
This system filters waste from the blood and excretes it as urine.
Urinary System
Divides the body from head to toe into left and right portions
Sagittal Plane