The Human Body: Key Parts and Their Functions

The Human Body: Key Parts and Their Functions

The human body is composed of several major parts, each with specific functions. Here’s a summary of key body parts:

  • 2 eyes for vision.
  • 2 ears for hearing and balance.
  • 1 nose for breathing and smell.
  • 1 mouth for eating, speaking, and breathing.
  • 2 lungs for breathing and oxygen exchange.
  • 1 heart for pumping blood.
  • 2 kidneys for filtering waste from the blood.
  • 1 brain to control bodily functions and thoughts.
  • 2 arms for movement and activity.
  • 2 legs for walking and balance.
  • 206 bones in the skeletal system for support and protection.
  • 640 muscles for movement and strength.
  • 32 teeth for chewing (in adults).
  • 1 liver for detoxifying the body.
  • 1 stomach for digestion.

These parts, along with other organs and systems, work together to keep the body functioning properly.