Circulatory System

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What is the circulatory system?

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A system of organs that includes the heart, blood vessels, and blood which is circulated throughout the entire body of a human or other vertebrate.

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What do red blood cells do?

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They carry oxygen from the lungs and deliver it throughout the body.

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What are the four parts of blood?

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Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, plasma.

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Where are the atriums located in the heart?

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The atriums are located on the upper side of the heart.

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What is the main function of the circulatory system?

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To transport blood, nutrients, and gases throughout the body.

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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 plasma?

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The liquid component of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.

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What are platelets?

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Small cell fragments in the blood that help with clotting to stop bleeding.

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What is the function of white blood cells?

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To fight infections and protect the body against diseases.

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What is the heart?

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A muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body.