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What is the primary role of the human circulatory system?
What is the primary role of the human circulatory system?
To provide essential nutrients, minerals, and hormones to various parts of the body and collect metabolic waste and toxins for expulsion.
How many main organs comprise the human circulatory system?
How many main organs comprise the human circulatory system?
4
How many chambers does the human heart have?
How many chambers does the human heart have?
The process of blood circulation in humans is called single circulation.
The process of blood circulation in humans is called single circulation.
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What is blood primarily composed of?
What is blood primarily composed of?
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Match the types of blood cells with their primary functions:
Match the types of blood cells with their primary functions:
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What do arteries do?
What do arteries do?
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What role do veins play in the circulatory system?
What role do veins play in the circulatory system?
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Which of the following blood vessels carry oxygenated blood?
Which of the following blood vessels carry oxygenated blood?
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What fluid is known as lymph?
What fluid is known as lymph?
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Study Notes
Human Circulatory System
- The circulatory system is responsible for the transportation of nutrients, minerals, and hormones throughout the body, and removing waste from the cells.
- The circulatory system consists of a network of arteries, veins, and capillaries.
- The heart pumps blood through the circulatory system.
Organs of the Circulatory System
- The heart is a muscular organ located in the chest cavity between the lungs.
- The heart is divided into four chambers: two atria (upper chambers) and two ventricles (lower chambers).
Blood
- Blood is the body's fluid connective tissue.
- It circulates nutrients, hormones, minerals and other essential components to different parts of the body.
- Blood is composed of:
- Red blood cells: transport oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.
- White blood cells: part of the body's defense system.
- Platelets: help to form clots and stop bleeding.
Blood Vessels
- Blood vessels are the pathways through which blood travels.
- There are two main types:
- Arteries: carry oxygenated blood from the heart to various parts of the body.
- Veins: carry deoxygenated blood towards the heart from various parts of the body.
Double Circulation
- The human circulatory system is known as double circulation because blood circulates through the heart twice.
- The advantage of double circulation is that every tissue in the body has a steady supply of oxygenated blood.
Lymphatic System
- The lymphatic system is another body fluid called lymph, also known as tissue fluid.
- Lymph is produced by a network of organs, nodes, and ducts.
- It transports digested food and absorbed fat to intercellular spaces in the tissues.
- Lymph passively flows through a network of vessels.
Functions of the Circulatory System
- The circulatory system functions to transport oxygen throughout the body.
- It also transports nutrients, hormones, and removes metabolic waste products from cells.
- It helps regulate body temperature.
- It defends the body against infections.
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Explore the essential components of the human circulatory system, including the heart, blood, and blood vessels. Understand how these organs work together to transport nutrients and remove waste from the body. Test your knowledge on the structure and function of this vital system.
