Cardiovascular System Overview
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What is the main function of the cardiovascular system?

  • To transport blood to and from various tissues of the body (correct)
  • To exchange gases between blood and tissues
  • To break down nutrients in the bloodstream
  • To synthesize hormones for the body

    • Which of the following is NOT a type of blood vessel in the cardiovascular system?

  • Lymphatic vessels
  • Nephrons (correct)
  • Capillaries
  • Arterioles

    • Where does the heart receive blood from?

  • Capillaries
  • Veins (correct)
  • Arteries
  • Venules

    • What is the smallest vessel that delivers blood to capillaries?

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

    Which circuit distributes blood between the heart and the lungs?

    <p>Pulmonary circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of circulation do pulmonary and systemic circulations have only a single plexus of capillaries?

    <p>Pulmonary circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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