10 Questions
What do the capillaries in the cellular tissue exchange?
oxygen, nutrients, and water
What is the purpose of the valves in the veins?
to prevent backflow of blood
Where do the venules empty into?
veins
What is the term for the medical procedure of removing blood from the body for analysis?
venipuncture
What is the direction of blood flow in the veins?
toward the heart
What do the capillaries in the lungs absorb?
oxygen
What is the term for the vessels that branch away from the arteries in the abdomen?
capillaries
What is the component of blood that is present in small amounts in the veins?
oxygen
What is the final destination of the blood in the veins?
right atrium
What is the characteristic of blood pressure in the veins compared to the arteries?
lower
Learn about the circulatory system, its components, and how it works. This quiz covers the flow of blood, the role of the inferior vena cava, and the basics of pulmonary circulation. Test your knowledge of the cardiovascular system and its functions.
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