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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
To transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and tissues and remove waste products.
What is the role of the sinus node in the heart?
To regulate the heartbeat.
What are the two main types of arteries?
Elastic arteries and muscular arteries.
What is the purpose of one-way valves in veins?
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What is the function of capillaries?
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What are the three main components of blood?
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Where does deoxygenated blood return to?
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What is the purpose of the circulatory system in regulating body temperature?
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Study Notes
Overview
The circulatory system, also known as the cardiovascular system, is a complex network of organs and vessels responsible for transporting blood throughout the body.
Functions
- Transports oxygen and nutrients from the lungs and digestive system to cells and tissues
- Removes waste products from cells and tissues
- Regulates body temperature
- Maintains blood pressure
- Supports immune function
Components
Heart
- Muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body
- Divided into four chambers: left and right atria, and left and right ventricles
- The heartbeat is regulated by the sinus node, a group of cells in the right atrium
Arteries
- Elastic tubes that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart
- Divided into two main categories:
- Elastic arteries (e.g., aorta): stretch to accommodate blood pressure
- Muscular arteries (e.g., arterioles): regulate blood flow to specific areas
Veins
- Less muscular tubes that carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart
- Contain one-way valves to prevent backflow
Blood Vessels
- Capillaries: thin, permeable vessels where oxygen and nutrients are exchanged with cells
- Venules: small veins that collect blood from capillaries
Blood
- Liquid tissue that transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste products
- Composed of:
- Plasma (liquid portion)
- Formed elements (red and white blood cells, platelets)
Blood Circulation
- Deoxygenated blood returns to the heart through veins
- Blood is pumped to the lungs for oxygenation
- Oxygenated blood is pumped to the rest of the body through arteries
- Blood flows through capillaries, exchanging oxygen and nutrients for waste products
Circulatory System
- The circulatory system, also known as the cardiovascular system, is a complex network of organs and vessels responsible for transporting blood throughout the body.
Functions of the Circulatory System
- Transports oxygen and nutrients from the lungs and digestive system to cells and tissues
- Removes waste products from cells and tissues
- Regulates body temperature
- Maintains blood pressure
- Supports immune function
Components of the Circulatory System
Heart
- Muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body
- Divided into four chambers: left and right atria, and left and right ventricles
- The heartbeat is regulated by the sinus node, a group of cells in the right atrium
Arteries
- Elastic tubes that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart
- Divided into two main categories:
- Elastic arteries (e.g., aorta): stretch to accommodate blood pressure
- Muscular arteries (e.g., arterioles): regulate blood flow to specific areas
Veins
- Less muscular tubes that carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart
- Contain one-way valves to prevent backflow
Blood Vessels
- Capillaries: thin, permeable vessels where oxygen and nutrients are exchanged with cells
- Venules: small veins that collect blood from capillaries
Blood Composition
- Liquid tissue that transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste products
- Composed of:
- Plasma (liquid portion)
- Formed elements (red and white blood cells, platelets)
Blood Circulation Process
- Deoxygenated blood returns to the heart through veins
- Blood is pumped to the lungs for oxygenation
- Oxygenated blood is pumped to the rest of the body through arteries
- Blood flows through capillaries, exchanging oxygen and nutrients for waste products
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Explore the functions and components of the circulatory system, including its role in transporting oxygen and nutrients, removing waste, and regulating body temperature.
