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What is the main function of the circulatory system?
What is the main function of the circulatory system?
- Producing hormones for the body
- Aiding in digestion
- Transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products (correct)
- Regulating body temperature
Which component of the blood is responsible for clotting?
Which component of the blood is responsible for clotting?
- Plasma
- Red blood cells
- White blood cells
- Platelets (correct)
Where does the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide take place in the circulatory system?
Where does the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide take place in the circulatory system?
- Capillaries (correct)
- Arteries
- Venules
- Veins
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Study Notes
Circulatory System Overview
- The main function of the circulatory system is to transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove waste products.
Blood Composition
- Platelets are responsible for clotting in the blood.
Gas Exchange
- The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place in the lungs, where oxygen from the air we breathe is absorbed into the blood and carbon dioxide is removed from the blood and exhaled.
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