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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
What happens to blood as it passes through the lungs?
What happens to blood as it passes through the lungs?
What process is responsible for the transfer of oxygen from the lungs to the blood?
What process is responsible for the transfer of oxygen from the lungs to the blood?
What is the name for the blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart?
What is the name for the blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart?
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What is the term for the blood that has been purified by oxygen absorption?
What is the term for the blood that has been purified by oxygen absorption?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of arteries in the circulatory system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of arteries in the circulatory system?
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Which of the following accurately describes the path of blood flow in the circulatory system?
Which of the following accurately describes the path of blood flow in the circulatory system?
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What is the primary function of the heart in the circulatory system?
What is the primary function of the heart in the circulatory system?
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Which type of blood vessel is responsible for carrying blood back to the heart?
Which type of blood vessel is responsible for carrying blood back to the heart?
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What does the color red indicate in the diagram of the circulatory system?
What does the color red indicate in the diagram of the circulatory system?
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Circulatory System
Circulatory System
The body system composed of the heart and blood vessels that circulates blood.
Heart
Heart
The muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the circulatory system.
Arteries
Arteries
Blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body.
Veins
Veins
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Oxygenated vs. Deoxygenated Blood
Oxygenated vs. Deoxygenated Blood
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Oxygenated Blood
Oxygenated Blood
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Deoxygenated Blood
Deoxygenated Blood
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Diffusion
Diffusion
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Heart Function
Heart Function
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Study Notes
Circulatory System
- The circulatory system is responsible for distributing blood throughout the body.
- Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to cells and removes waste products.
- It consists of the heart, blood vessels (arteries, veins, capillaries), and blood.
- The heart pumps blood throughout the body.
- Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body tissues.
- Veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
- Capillaries connect arteries and veins, facilitating exchange of materials between blood and tissues.
- Blood is comprised of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
- Red blood cells carry oxygen.
- White blood cells fight infection.
- Platelets help with blood clotting.
Components of the Circulatory System
- Heart: The heart is a muscular pump that propels blood throughout the body.
- Blood vessels: Blood vessels form a network that transports blood from the heart to the body's tissues and back to the heart.
- Arteries: These are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body's tissues.
- Veins: These are blood vessels that carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.
- Capillaries: These are tiny blood vessels that connect arteries and veins, allowing for the exchange of oxygen and nutrients between the blood and the body's tissues.
Diagram Analysis
- The diagram shows the circulatory system with the heart, major blood vessels, and directions of blood flow.
- Blood vessels and their function (oxygen-rich/poor, direction of blood flow) are clearly labeled.
- The diagram illustrates the heart's role in pumping blood throughout the body.
- The diagram shows the different pathways of blood during the circulation.
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Description
This quiz covers the basic functions and components of the circulatory system, including the role of the heart, blood vessels, and blood types. Understand how blood circulates throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients while removing waste products. Test your knowledge about the structure and function of various parts of the circulatory system.