CIRCULATORY SYSTEM

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What are capillaries?

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Capillaries are the smaller branched tubes that connect arteries and veins, allowing for the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste between blood and tissues.

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What system does the circulatory system work with to obtain oxygen for the body?

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The circulatory system works with the respiratory system to obtain oxygen for the body.

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What is the function of arteries?

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Arteries carry blood away from the heart to various parts of the body.

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What part of blood is responsible for fighting infections?

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White Blood Cells are responsible for fighting infections in the body.

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How does the heart function in the circulatory system?

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The heart pumps blood first to the lungs to get oxygen, then back to the heart, and finally around the rest of the body.

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What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

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Veins carry blood back to the heart after it has circulated through the body.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.

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What are platelets?

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Platelets are small cell fragments in the blood that help with clotting to prevent bleeding.

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What is the main organ of the circulatory system?

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The heart is the main organ of the circulatory system.

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What is the difference between oxygenated and deoxygenated blood?

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Oxygenated blood is rich in oxygen and is carried from the lungs to the body, while deoxygenated blood is low in oxygen and is carried from the body back to the heart.