Circulatory System

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What is the main function of the circulatory system?

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To allow blood to circulate throughout the body to transport oxygen and nutrients to all the cells and tissues.

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What are the main components of the circulatory system?

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Heart, Blood Vessels, and Blood.

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What type of blood vessel returns blood to the heart?

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Vein.

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What does the term 'circulate' mean?

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To go around and around.

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What is the role of the heart in the circulatory system?

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The heart is a pump that moves the blood throughout the body.

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What are arteries?

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Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.

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What are capillaries?

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Tiny blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste occurs between blood and tissues.

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What is blood made of?

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

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What is the function of white blood cells?

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To fight infections and protect the body from diseases.