Overview of Circulation
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What is the function of systemic circulation?

  • Conducts hormones from one organ to another
  • Supplies blood from the heart's right ventricle to the pulmonary artery and then to the lungs
  • Supplies blood from the heart's left ventricle to all organs/tissues in the body except the lungs (correct)
  • Regulates the electrolyte balance

    • Which chamber of the heart receives blood from the vena cava?

  • Right ventricle
  • Left atrium
  • Right atrium (correct)
  • Left ventricle

    • What is the main function of pulmonary circulation?

  • Supplies blood from the heart's right ventricle to the pulmonary artery and then to the lungs (correct)
  • Regulates the acid-base balance
  • Supplies blood from the heart's left ventricle to all organs/tissues in the body except the lungs
  • Pumps out blood into the aorta

    • What is the structure of the heart divided into?

    <p>Four chambers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is regarded as the major pump of blood in the body?

    <p>The heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of circulation?

    <p>To supply tissues with O2 and nutrients, and remove waste products of metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of circulation supplies blood from the heart's left ventricle to all organs/tissues in the body except the lungs?

    <p>Systemic circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chamber of the heart pumps out blood into the pulmonary artery leading to the lungs?

    <p>Right ventricle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of the heart divided into?

    <p>Four chambers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of pulmonary circulation?

    <p>To supply blood from the heart's right ventricle to the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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