Body Systems Functions Review

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Which vessel carries blood away from the heart?

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Artery: A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to the tissues.

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What type of tissue makes up the blood vessels?

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Smooth Tissue: A type of involuntary muscle tissue found in the walls of blood vessels.

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What is the condition called when heart muscle cells die and heart muscle is damaged?

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Heart Attack: A medical emergency where blood flow to the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.

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What is it called when the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the needs of the body?

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Heart Failure: A condition where the heart is unable to pump sufficiently to maintain blood flow to meet the body's needs.

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What small muscular pouch is responsible for storing bile?

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Gallbladder: An organ that stores bile produced by the liver, aiding in digestion.

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What is the primary function of arteries?

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To transport 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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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 cardiac tissue?

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Cardiac Tissue: Specialized muscle tissue found only in the heart, responsible for pumping blood.

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What is the difference between a heart attack and heart failure?

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A heart attack is caused by blocked blood flow to the heart, while heart failure is a condition where the heart cannot pump enough blood.