Which of the following statements accurately describes the systemic circuit? A) Carries blood from the heart to the lungs and back B) Only includes the aorta and its branches C) De... Which of the following statements accurately describes the systemic circuit? A) Carries blood from the heart to the lungs and back B) Only includes the aorta and its branches C) Delivers blood to all body parts except the lungs D) Returns blood directly to the right ventricle
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which of the listed statements accurately describes the systemic circuit of the cardiovascular system. It is necessary to identify the correct definition of the systemic circuit among the four options provided, which involve different aspects of blood circulation.
Answer
Delivers blood to all body parts except the lungs
The final answer is: Delivers blood to all body parts except the lungs
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is: Delivers blood to all body parts except the lungs
More Information
The systemic circuit is responsible for delivering oxygenated blood throughout the body, excluding the lungs, which are served by the pulmonary circuit.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the systemic circuit with the pulmonary circuit, which deals with blood flow to and from the lungs.
Sources
- Heart and Circulatory System (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth - kidshealth.org
- Circulatory system - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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