Circulatory System

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What is the main function of the circulatory system?

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The main function of the circulatory system is to transport blood, nutrients, and gases throughout the body.

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What organ pumps blood throughout the body?

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The heart pumps blood throughout the body.

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How many chambers does the human heart have?

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The human heart has four chambers.

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What waste product does the circulatory system help remove from the body?

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The circulatory system helps remove carbon dioxide from the body.

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What are the main components of the circulatory system?

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The main components of the circulatory system are the heart, blood vessels, and blood.

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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 body.

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What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

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Veins carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.

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What is blood made of?

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Blood is made of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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Red blood cells transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

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What is the function of white blood cells?

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White blood cells help fight infections and protect the body from disease.