January 27, 2008 HEALTH: Ist Sem.: Notes 13-24. Body Systems Jonathan Sterling HEALTH: Ist Sem. : Notes 13-24. Body Systems NOTES 13. The Integumentary System Functions of the Integumentary System ~ Protection ~ Temperature regulation ~ Major sense organ - Waterproof barrier Three Layers of Skin 1. Epidermis: dead cells - Keratin: waterproofs, protects cells ~ Melanin: gives skin its colour 2. Dermis: living cells--glands, nerves, hair, etc. 3. Hypodermis: attaches skin to muscle Hair and Nails - Dead cells - Protection - Warmth Care - Healthy grooming habits Well-balanced diet Wash throughly with soap and water on a daily basisJanuary 27, 2008 HEALTH: Ist Sem.: Notes 13-24. Body Systems NOTES 14. The Skeletal System The Skeletal System Jonathan Sterling Answers Vertebral Column Pelvis Cranium Clavicle Scapula Sternum Rib CageJanuary 27, 2008 HEALTH: Ist Sem.: Notes 13-24. Body Systems Jonathan Sterling 8, Humerus 9. Ulna 10. Radius 11. Carpals 12, Metacarpals 13, Phalanges 14, Femur 15. Patella 16. Tibia 17. Fibula 18. Tarsals 19. Metatarsals 20. Phalanges Functions 1. Allows movement 2. Provides support, structure 3. Protects internal organs 4. Stores minerals a. calcium b. phosphorus 5. Produces red and white blood cells, red marrow of the bone ‘Types of Bones 1. Long Bones Movement, blood production 2. Short Bones Fine motor movement 3. Flat Bones Protection. 4, Irregular Bones