Circulatory System Quiz

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What is the function of the circulatory system?

To pump blood from the heart to the lungs and then to the rest of the body (correct)
To regulate body temperature
To produce red and white blood cells
To aid in digestion

Where does blood pick up oxygen in the circulatory system?

Kidneys
Stomach
Liver
Lungs (correct)

What is the body's largest artery through which blood leaves the heart?

Aorta (correct)
Pulmonary artery
Coronary artery
Carotid artery

What are the components of blood in the circulatory system?

<p>Red and white blood cells, plasma and platelets (D)</p>

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What is the role of the veins in the circulatory system?

<p>To carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart (D)</p>

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Flashcards

Function of the circulatory system?

Pumps blood from the heart to the lungs and then to the rest of the body.

Where does blood pick up oxygen?

Blood picks up oxygen in the lungs within the circulatory system.

What is the Aorta?

The aorta is the body's largest artery and carries blood from the heart.

Components of blood

Red and white blood cells, plasma, and platelets.

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Role of veins

Veins carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.

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Study Notes

What is the function of the circulatory system? Where does blood pick up oxygen in the circulatory system? What is the body's largest artery through which blood leaves the heart? What are the components of blood in the circulatory system? What is the role of the veins in the circulatory system?