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What is the main function of the pulmonary circulation?
What is the main function of the pulmonary circulation?
- Site of gas exchange (correct)
- Removes wastes
- Adjusts blood supply in different physiological states
- Delivers nutrients to tissues
Which cells in the cardiovascular system convert Angiotensin to Angiotensin II?
Which cells in the cardiovascular system convert Angiotensin to Angiotensin II?
- Endothelial cells (correct)
- Red blood cells
- Smooth muscle cells
- Cardiomyocytes
Where does the pulmonary artery transport blood to?
Where does the pulmonary artery transport blood to?
- Brain
- Heart
- Lungs (correct)
- Kidney
How does the cardiovascular system adjust blood supply during the flight/fight response?
How does the cardiovascular system adjust blood supply during the flight/fight response?
What percentage of cardiac output goes to coronary arteries?
What percentage of cardiac output goes to coronary arteries?
In systemic circulation, what is the main function of delivering nutrients to tissues supported by?
In systemic circulation, what is the main function of delivering nutrients to tissues supported by?
What is the main function of the atrioventricular valves in the heart?
What is the main function of the atrioventricular valves in the heart?
Which chamber of the heart pumps blood into the lungs?
Which chamber of the heart pumps blood into the lungs?
In cardiac tamponade, what restricts the pumping action of the heart?
In cardiac tamponade, what restricts the pumping action of the heart?
What is the approximate weight of the heart as a percentage of total body weight in mammals?
What is the approximate weight of the heart as a percentage of total body weight in mammals?
What is the function of semilunar valves in the heart?
What is the function of semilunar valves in the heart?
Which part of the heart has a mass approximately one-third that of the left ventricle?
Which part of the heart has a mass approximately one-third that of the left ventricle?
