Circulatory System

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What is the main function of the circulatory system?

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To transport blood, oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to and from cells, and to remove waste products.

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What organ is responsible for pumping blood in the circulatory system?

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The heart.

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How many chambers does the human heart have?

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Four chambers: two atria and two ventricles.

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What type of blood do arteries carry?

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Oxygen-rich blood.

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What is the largest artery in the human body?

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The aorta.

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What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

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To carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

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What is the function of capillaries?

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To facilitate the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste between blood and tissues.

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What is the term for the liquid component of blood?

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Plasma.

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What are red blood cells responsible for?

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Transporting oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

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What is the role of white blood cells?

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To fight infections and protect the body against diseases.