Library Guides: Body Systems: Overview

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Brief, basic information laid out in an easy-to-read format. May use informal language. (Includes most news articles)

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Lengthy, detailed information. Frequently uses technical/subject-specific language. (Includes most analytical articles)

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Patterns allow the identification and description of relationships, including cause and effect
Systems have boundaries, inputs and outputs

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Body systems | Overview: Keywords

Click on the terms to access a simple definition from either the Oxford Dictionary online or ThoughtCo. The definitions for words and phrases marked with a hash # come from alternative sources.

Bone, Digestion, Homeostasis, Muscle, Skeleton

Body systems | Overview: Articles

Human body (Britannica Middle, n.d.)
"The human body is made up of many parts. The study of these parts is called anatomy. Each part of the body has a specific function, or job. The study of these functions is called physiology." ("Human body", n.d.)
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Reference / citation: "Human body", (n.d.) or ("Human body", n.d.)
Reference list / Bibliography: Human body. (n.d.). In Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved from https://bt-libproxy.mentonegirls.vic.edu.au/levels/middle/article/human-body/599367

Learn About All the Different Organ Systems in the Human Body (thoughtCo, 2019, May 23)
Quiz Yourself on 10 Major Organ Systems
"The human body is made up of several organ systems that work together as one unit. In the pyramid of life that organizes all of the elements of life into categories, organ systems are nested between an organism and its organs. Organ systems are the groups of organs that are within an organism." (Bailey, 2019, May 23)
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Reference / citation: Bailey (2019, May 23) or (Bailey, 2019, May 23)
Reference list / Bibliography: Bailey, Regina. (2019, May 23). Learn About All the Different Organ Systems in the Human Body. Retrieved from https://www.thoughtco.com/organ-systems-373571

Body systems | Overview: eBooks

Human Body I: Britannica Illustrated Science Library
ISBN: 9781615358335
Publication Date: 2013
The Human Body I, is one book in the Britannica Illustrated Science Library Series that covers today's most popular science topics, from digital TV to microchips to touchscreens and beyond. Perennial subjects in earth science, life science, and physical science are all explored in detail. Amazing graphics-more than 1,000 per title-combined with concise summaries help students understand complex subjects. Correlated to the science curriculum in grades 5-9, each title also contains a glossary with full definitions for vocabulary."

Biomedical Engineering and Human Body Systems by Rebecca Sjonger
ISBN: 9781427199935
Publication Date: 2015
This book explores the creative ways biomedical engineers help diagnose, treat, and prevent problems found in human body systems. Real-life examples and practical, hands-on activities help readers to understand scientific and engineering principles.
Anatomy & Physiology by McGuinness, Helen
ISBN: 9781510435179
Publication Date: 2018
Expand your knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Contents includes:
an introduction to anatomy and physiology, cells and tissues, skin, hair and nails, the skeletal system, the muscular system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system and immunity, respiratory system, nervous system, endocrine system, reproductive system, digestive system and renal system.

Body systems | Overview: Videos

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"How does the human body work? What roles do the digestive, reproductive, and other systems play? Learn about human anatomy and the complex processes that help your body function." (National Geographic, 2017)

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When using this video don't forget to cite and reference your sources. For more information and help see the Kerferd Library referencing guide and / or CiteMaker.
In text reference / citation: National Geographic (2017) or (National Geographic, 2017)
Bibliography / Reference list: National Geographic (2017). Human Body 101 [eVideo]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/Ae4MadKPJC0

Body Systems: circulatory, respiratory, digestive | Curriculum Alignment

This Mentone Girls' Grammar School LibGuide supports the following Victorian curriculum outcomes. Click on the links to explore more.

Science / Levels 7 and 8 / Science Understanding / Biological science [VCSSU094]
Multicellular organisms contain systems of organs that carry out specialised functions that enable them to survive and reproduce
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Elaborations
* examining the specialised cells and tissues involved in structure and function of particular organs
* describing the structure of each organ in a system and relating its function to the overall function of the system
* identifying the organs and overall function of a system of a multicellular organism in supporting life processes
* comparing reproductive systems of organisms
* comparing similar systems in different organisms, for example, digestive systems in herbivores and carnivores, respiratory systems in fish and mammals

Science / Year 8 / Science Understanding / Biological sciences [ACSSU149]
Cells are the basic units of living things; they have specialised structures and functions
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Elaborations:
* examining a variety of cells using a light microscope, by digital technology or by viewing a simulation
* distinguishing plant cells from animal or fungal cells
* identifying structures within cells and describing their function
* recognising that some organisms consist of a single cell
* recognising that cells reproduce via cell division
* describing mitosis as cell division for growth and repair
Science / Year 8 / Science Understanding / Biological sciences [ACSSU150]
Multi-cellular organisms contain systems of organs carrying out specialised functions that enable them to survive and reproduce
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Elaborations:
* identifying the organs and overall function of a system of a multicellular organism in supporting the life processes
* describing the structure of each organ in a system and relating its function to the overall function of the system
* examining the specialised cells and tissues involved in structure and function of particular organs
* comparing similar systems in different organisms such as digestive systems in herbivores and carnivores, respiratory systems in fish and mammals
* distinguishing between asexual and sexual reproduction
* comparing reproductive systems of organisms

Body Systems: Overview

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General Capabilities

Enduring Understandings

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Body systems | Overview: Keywords

Body systems | Overview: Articles

Body systems | Overview: eBooks

Body systems | Overview: Videos

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Using My Incredible Body on campus

Body Systems: circulatory, respiratory, digestive | Curriculum Alignment