Overview of the Circulatory System
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Which of the following is a risk factor associated with hypertension?

  • High-fat diets
  • Low physical activity
  • Chronic stress
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Atherosclerosis is primarily caused by a lack of exercise.

    False (B)

    What is the consequence of a heart attack?

    Damage to the heart muscle.

    The term for the narrowing of arteries due to plaque buildup is called __________.

    <p>atherosclerosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the cardiovascular condition with its description:

    <p>Hypertension = Elevated blood pressure Heart Failure = Inability to pump blood efficiently Stroke = Damage to the brain due to blood vessel issues Heart Attack = Damage to the heart muscle from blocked blood flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

    <p>To transport oxygen and nutrients (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Veins carry oxygenated blood away from the heart.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main types of circulation in the circulatory system?

    <p>Pulmonary Circulation and Systemic Circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary cells in the blood responsible for oxygen transport are called ______.

    <p>Red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of blood with their functions:

    <p>Plasma = Carries nutrients and waste products Red Blood Cells = Transport oxygen White Blood Cells = Fight infection Platelets = Aid in blood clotting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the circulatory system?

    <p>Lungs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The left side of the heart is responsible for pumping deoxygenated blood to the lungs.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of valves within the heart?

    <p>To ensure one-way blood flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    what are capillaries

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    Flashcards

    What are Cardiovascular Diseases?

    A broad category of diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels. Examples include hypertension, atherosclerosis, heart attack, stroke, and heart failure.

    What is Hypertension?

    High blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage.

    What is Atherosclerosis?

    Narrowing of arteries due to plaque buildup, reducing blood flow and increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

    What is a Heart Attack?

    Damage to the heart muscle due to a blocked coronary artery.

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    What is a Stroke?

    Damage to the brain caused by a blocked or ruptured blood vessel in the brain.

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    What is the circulatory system?

    The circulatory system is composed of the heart, blood vessels (arteries, veins, capillaries), and blood. Its primary function is to transport essential substances throughout the body.

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    What is the heart's role in the circulatory system?

    The heart, a muscular organ, pumps blood throughout the body. It has four chambers: two atria and two ventricles. The right side receives deoxygenated blood and sends it to the lungs, while the left side receives oxygenated blood from the lungs and pumps it to the rest of the body.

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    What are the different types of blood vessels?

    Blood vessels are a network of tubes that carry blood. Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart, while veins return deoxygenated blood back to the heart. Capillaries are microscopic vessels connecting arteries and veins, exchanging substances between blood and tissues.

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    What are the components of blood?

    Blood is a fluid connective tissue made of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Plasma carries nutrients, hormones, and waste, while red blood cells transport oxygen, white blood cells fight infection, and platelets help with blood clotting.

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    What is pulmonary circulation?

    Pulmonary circulation involves blood flow between the heart and lungs. Deoxygenated blood travels from the heart to the lungs where it gets oxygenated before returning to the heart.

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    What is systemic circulation?

    Systemic circulation involves blood flow between the heart and the rest of the body. Oxygenated blood travels from the heart to tissues, delivers oxygen and nutrients, and returns to the heart carrying deoxygenated blood.

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    How does the circulatory system transport substances?

    The circulatory system transports oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and antibodies to the body and removes waste products like carbon dioxide, urea, and lactic acid.

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    What are the regulatory and protective functions of the circulatory system?

    The circulatory system regulates body temperature by distributing heat and protects the body by containing white blood cells to fight infection and platelets to prevent excessive blood loss.

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    Study Notes

    Overview of the Circulatory System

    • The circulatory system transports essential substances throughout the body.
    • It consists of the heart, blood vessels (arteries, veins, capillaries), and blood.
    • Its main role is delivering oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to tissues, while removing waste products like carbon dioxide.
    • Blood circulation is vital for maintaining homeostasis and supporting bodily functions.

    Components of the Circulatory System

    • Heart: A muscular organ pumping blood.

      • It has four chambers: two atria and two ventricles.
      • The right side receives deoxygenated blood and pumps it to the lungs.
      • The left side receives oxygenated blood from the lungs and pumps it to the body.
      • Valves ensure one-way blood flow.
    • Blood Vessels: A network of tubes carrying blood.

      • Arteries: Carry oxygenated blood away from the heart.
      • Veins: Return deoxygenated blood to the heart.
      • Capillaries: Microscopic vessels connecting arteries and veins, aiding substance exchange between blood and tissues.
    • Blood: A fluid connective tissue with plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

      • Plasma: The liquid part, carrying dissolved nutrients, hormones, and waste products.
      • Red Blood Cells (Erythrocytes): Contain hemoglobin for oxygen transport.
      • White Blood Cells (Leukocytes): Part of the immune system, fighting infection.
      • Platelets (Thrombocytes): Crucial for blood clotting.

    Types of Circulation

    • Pulmonary Circulation: Blood flow between the heart and lungs.

      • Deoxygenated blood from the heart travels to the lungs.
      • Lungs oxygenate the blood.
      • Oxygenated blood returns to the heart.
    • Systemic Circulation: Blood flow between the heart and the rest of the body.

      • Oxygenated blood from the heart goes to body tissues.
      • Tissues absorb oxygen and nutrients.
      • Deoxygenated blood returns to the heart.

    Key Functions of the Circulatory System

    • Transportation: Delivers oxygen, nutrients, hormones and antibodies; removes waste (carbon dioxide, urea, lactic acid).
    • Regulation: Maintains body temperature by distributing heat.
    • Protection: White blood cells fight infection; blood clotting prevents excessive loss.

    Disorders of the Circulatory System

    • Cardiovascular Diseases: Diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels.

      • Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Elevated blood pressure risks heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage.
      • Atherosclerosis: Plaque buildup narrows arteries, reducing blood flow and raising heart attack/stroke risk.
      • Heart Attack: Damage to heart muscle from a blocked coronary artery.
      • Stroke: Brain damage from a blocked or ruptured blood vessel in the brain.
      • Heart Failure: Inability of the heart to pump blood efficiently, causing fluid buildup.

    Factors Affecting the Circulatory System

    • Diet: High-fat diets and high cholesterol contribute to cardiovascular disease.
    • Exercise: Regular physical activity strengthens the heart and improves circulation.
    • Genetics: Family history increases risk of cardiovascular disease.
    • Stress: Chronic stress can increase blood pressure and circulatory problems.

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    This quiz covers the key components and functions of the circulatory system, including the heart, blood vessels, and their roles in transporting essential substances. Test your knowledge on how blood circulation supports homeostasis and bodily functions.

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