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Science Class 11 - Human Physiology Notes

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Human Physiology

Welcome to the chapter on Human Physiology for Class 11. In this chapter, you will learn about the structure and functions of the human body, including different organ systems and how they work together to keep us alive and healthy. By the end of this chapter, you will understand the basics of human physiology and its importance in daily life and medicine.

Introduction

Human physiology is the study of how the human body works. It explains how organs, tissues, and cells function and interact. Understanding physiology helps us know how our body maintains life, responds to changes, and recovers from illness.

Key Concepts

  • Homeostasis: The ability of the body to maintain a stable internal environment.
  • Organ System: A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function.
  • Cell: The basic unit of life in the human body.

Major Organ Systems

  • Digestive System: Breaks down food into nutrients the body can use.
  • Respiratory System: Takes in oxygen and removes carbon dioxide.
  • Circulatory System: Transports blood, nutrients, and oxygen throughout the body.
  • Excretory System: Removes waste products from the body.
  • Nervous System: Controls body activities and responds to stimuli.
  • Endocrine System: Produces hormones that regulate body functions.
  • Musculoskeletal System: Supports the body and enables movement.
  • Reproductive System: Enables organisms to produce offspring.
  • Immune System: Protects the body from diseases and infections.

Functions of Major Systems

  • Digestion: Converts food into energy and building blocks for the body.
  • Respiration: Supplies oxygen to cells and removes carbon dioxide.
  • Circulation: Delivers nutrients and oxygen to tissues and removes waste.
  • Excretion: Maintains chemical balance by removing wastes.
  • Coordination: Nervous and endocrine systems work together to control body functions.

Practice Questions

  1. What is homeostasis? Give one example.
  2. Name any three organ systems and state their main functions.
  3. How does the circulatory system help maintain homeostasis?
  4. What is the role of the nervous system in the human body?
  5. Why is the excretory system important?

Challenge Yourself

  • Draw a labeled diagram of any one human organ system.
  • Explain how two different organ systems work together to maintain health.

Did You Know?

  • The human body contains about 37 trillion cells!
  • Your heart beats about 100,000 times every day.

Glossary

  • Homeostasis: Keeping the body's internal environment stable.
  • Organ System: A group of organs working together for a function.
  • Hormone: A chemical messenger made by glands.
  • Neuron: A nerve cell that carries signals in the body.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. Homeostasis is the maintenance of a stable internal environment. Example: Keeping body temperature constant.
  2. Digestive system (digests food), respiratory system (takes in oxygen), circulatory system (transports blood).
  3. It transports nutrients, oxygen, and waste, helping balance the body's needs.
  4. It controls and coordinates all body activities and responses.
  5. It removes waste products and keeps the body's chemical balance.

Understanding human physiology helps you appreciate how your body works and how to keep it healthy!

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