Questions and Answers
What is the function of the pulmonary circulation?
To receive blood from the tissues and pump it to the lungs for oxygenation
What is the purpose of the lymphatic system?
To collect small amounts of plasma proteins from the interstitium and return them to the blood circulation
What are the functions of the veins in the CVS?
To carry blood from the tissues to the heart
What is the role of capillaries in the CVS?
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What does the right pump (right heart) do in the CVS?
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What is the main function of arteries in the CVS?
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In a healthy individual, why is it said that 'the amount of blood pumped by each ventricle per minute is equal'?
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