Front

What is the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body?

Back

Aorta

Front

Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygen-poor blood to the lungs?

Back

Right Ventricle

Front

What is the liquid portion of blood that carries dissolved nutrients?

Back

Plasma

Front

What happens to your heart rate when you exercise?

Back

It increases.

Front

How does the size of an adult's heart compare to common objects?

Back

It is approximately the size of two fists together.

Front

What is the function of the left ventricle in the heart?

Back

It pumps oxygen-rich blood to the body.

Front

What is the role of the pulmonary artery?

Back

It carries oxygen-poor blood from the right ventricle to the lungs.

Front

What is the significance of the aorta in the circulatory system?

Back

It is the largest artery and distributes oxygenated blood to the body.

Front

What is the function of red blood cells?

Back

They transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

Front

What is the role of platelets in the blood?

Back

They help in blood clotting.