Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems Quiz
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What is the primary function of red blood cells in the cardiovascular system?

  • Prevent blood loss
  • Carry oxygen (correct)
  • Produce antibodies
  • Transport nutrients
  • Which component of blood is primarily responsible for regulating body temperature?

  • Platelets
  • Red Blood Cells
  • White Blood Cells
  • Plasma (correct)
  • What percentage of blood volume is attributed to plasma?

  • 10-15%
  • 20-25%
  • 45-50% (correct)
  • 60-70%
  • Which type of blood cell is mainly involved in the clotting process?

    <p>Platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is NOT performed by white blood cells in the cardiovascular system?

    <p>Carry oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

    <p>To collect extra fluids and return them to the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the lymphatic system is responsible for filtering pathogens from the blood?

    <p>Spleen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells do lymphocytes help to fight against?

    <p>Pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do lymphocytes mature to enhance their ability to fight infections?

    <p>Thymus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following organs is NOT part of the lymphatic system?

    <p>Liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the diastolic blood pressure measure?

    <p>Pressure between heart beats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of high blood pressure?

    <p>Blood vessel clogging and potential bursting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of a heart attack?

    <p>Insufficient oxygen reaching the heart muscle cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition occurs when the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs?

    <p>Heart failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does high cholesterol have on the cardiovascular system?

    <p>It builds up and clogs the arteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

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