Blood and Circulation

Front

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

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

True or False: The heart is a muscle that never rests.

Back

True

Front

What are the two main types of blood cells in the human body?

Back

Red blood cells and white blood cells.

Front

What is the main function of red blood cells?

Back

To carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Front

True or False: The primary role of white blood cells is to carry oxygen throughout the body.

Back

False

Front

What is the role of white blood cells in the body?

Back

To fight infections and protect the body against diseases.

Front

True or False: The circulatory system is responsible for transporting nutrients, oxygen, and hormones to cells throughout the body.

Back

True

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Front

What components make up the circulatory system?

Back

The heart, blood vessels, and blood.

Front

What is the function of arteries in the circulatory system?

Back

To carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body.

Front

What is the function of veins in the circulatory system?

Back

To carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.