Organ Functions Assignment Worksheet

beneath the liver, gets rid of toxins, breaks down fats and destroys bacteria
left side next to stomach. Removes damaged red blood cells and produces white blood cells to help immune system
produces T4 hormones and requires Iodine to produce these hormones.
Located in front of the heart. T cells lymogocytes matrue and differentiate into specialized T cells. They shrink with age
Behind the stomach. Produces enzymes that break down food and produce insulin and glucagon to maintain sugar levels
absorbs nutrients from food and drinks
Underneath lungs, separates thoracic from abdominal cavity. Helps in breathing
2nd largest organ in the body. Filters blood
Pumps oxygenated blood throughout the body and removes Carbon Dioxide
Removes waste and toxins which are passed on to the Urinary Bladder
2nd phase of digestion. Enzymes and hydrochloric acid breaks down food
Collects and stores urine before it exits down the urethra