For human physiology, you'll need to know specific human needs of
the maintenance functions.
Nutrition
Nutrition in humans is processed through the functional
organization of the digestive system. The main parts of the
system are the oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, small intestine
and large intestine. Chemical digestion then occurs through
hydrolysis which splits large insoluble molecules into smaller
ones.
Transport
Transport is accomplished through the circulatory system, which
transports media (blood) through its vessels (arteries, veins,
etc.), and is powered through the transport mechanism
(heart).
Respiration
Respiration is conducted through cellular respiration and gas
exchange. Cellular process is identical to other aerobic
organisms, while gas exchange is conducted through the
respiratory system.
The respiratory system consists of the nasal cavity, pharynx,
trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli. The mechanisms for
breathing are regulated through the lungs and diaphragm, while
gas exchange involve the capillaries and alveoli diffusing oxygen
and carbon dioxide down between blood vessels and tissues.
Excretion
Excretion is conducted through the lungs, which remove waste from
respiration, liver, sweat glands, and urinary system
(kidneys).
Regulation
Regulation occurs in both the nervous and endocrine systems. The
nervous system includes neurons, nerves, the Central Nervous
System (including the brain and spinal cord), and the peripheral
nervous system. The endocrine system includes the hypothalamus,
pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands, the Islets
of Langerhans, and the gonads.
Locomotion
Locomotion in humans is carried out through bones, cartilage,
muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Bones provide support and
protection; cartilage provides pliable support, flexibility, and
cushioning at the joints; muscles can be voluntary or involuntary
and move bones in a (hopefully) coordinated manner; tendons
attach muscles to bones; and ligaments connect bones to bones at
the joints.
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