Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

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Which three organ systems work together to move and control body parts in humans?

Digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems

Endocrine, lymphatic, and integumentary systems

Urinary, reproductive, and immune systems

Muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems

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Step 1: Begin by understanding the primary functions of the muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems. The muscular system is responsible for movement, the skeletal system provides structural support, and the nervous system controls and coordinates actions.

Step 2: Recognize how these systems interact. The skeletal system serves as the framework to which muscles attach, enabling movement when muscles contract. The nervous system sends signals to muscles to initiate and control these contractions.

Step 3: Explore the role of the nervous system in voluntary and involuntary movements. Voluntary movements are consciously controlled, while involuntary movements (like reflexes) are automatic and involve rapid communication between the nervous system and muscles.

Step 4: Understand the importance of joints in the skeletal system. Joints allow for flexibility and movement, and muscles work across these joints to produce motion. The nervous system ensures precise control of these movements.

Step 5: Consider examples of how these systems work together, such as walking. The skeletal system provides the structure, the muscular system generates the force, and the nervous system coordinates the timing and intensity of muscle contractions to produce smooth movement.