Circulatory System Review

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What are the main components of the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system is made up of the heart, blood, and blood vessels.

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What are the three types of blood vessels?

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Arteries, veins, and capillaries.

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What is the primary function of blood in the circulatory system?

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Blood transports oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

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What term describes the maintenance of an organism’s internal environment?

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Homeostasis.

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True or False: The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body.

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True.

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What is the role of arteries in the circulatory system?

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Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the tissues.

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What is the function of veins in the circulatory system?

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Veins carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.

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What are capillaries and what is their function?

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Capillaries are small blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste occurs between blood and tissues.

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What is the significance of the heart's structure in its function?

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The heart's muscular structure allows it to pump blood effectively throughout the body.

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How does the circulatory system contribute to homeostasis?

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The circulatory system helps maintain homeostasis by regulating body temperature, pH levels, and transporting hormones.