SAINT TONIS COLLEGE, INC.
(Formerly: Kalinga Christian Learning Center)
United Church of Christ in the Philippines
Purok 4, Bulanao Centro, Tabuk City, Kalinga
Philippines 3800
Tel. No. (074) 627-5930, Email Address:
[email protected]
that controls all the activities of the cell.
Tissues - are made up of similar cells that perform similar functions,
such as muscle tissues that cause contraction and movement.
Organs - there are four different kinds of tissues (epithelial, connective,
muscular and nervous) that group together in different
proportions to make an organ like the stomach, which mixes
our food with digestive enzymes.
Systems
Human Organism
- a group of organs makes up a body system like the nose,
pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs that makes up the
respiratory system whose function is to bring in oxygen to the
body cells and take away carbon dioxide gas.
- all of the organ systems together constitute a functioning
human being.
Organ Systems
Integumentary System- provides protection
- regulates temperature
- prevents water loss
- helps produce vitamin D
- consists of skin, hair, nails, and sweat glands
Skeletal System- provides protection and support
- allows body movement
- produces blood cells
- stores minerals and adipose tissue
- consists bones, associated cartilages, ligaments and joints.
- produces body movements
- maintains posture
Muscular System - produces body heat
- consists of muscles attached to the skeleton by tendons
Lymphatic System
- removes foreign substances from the blood and lymph
- combats disease
- maintains fluid balance
- absorbs dietary fats from the digestive tract
- consists of lymphatic vessels, lymphatic nodes, and other
lymphatic organs
Respiratory System- exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and
air
- regulates blood pH
- consists of lungs and respiratory passages.
Digestive System- performs the mechanical and chemical processes of digestion
- absorption of nutrients
- elimination of wastes
- consists of mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and
accessory organs
Nervous System - a major regulatory system that detect sensation and control
movements, physiological processes, and intellectual functions
- consists of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and sensory
receptors.
Endocrine System
- a major regulatory system that influenced metabolism,
growth, reproduction, and many other functions
- consists of glands, such as pituitary, that secretes hormones
Cardiovascular System- transports nutrients, waste products, gases and hormones
throughout the body
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Member: Association of Christian Schools, Colleges and Universities (ACSCU)
UCCP Church Related Educational Action Towards Empowerment (UCCP CREATE)
Cordillera Schools Group (CSG)