Circulatory System

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What is the circulatory system made up of?

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The circulatory system is made up of the heart, blood vessels, and blood.

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What are the cells in the blood that help fight germs like bacteria and viruses?

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The cells in the blood that help fight germs are called white blood cells.

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Which system allows blood to circulate throughout the body to transport oxygen and nutrients to all the cells and tissues?

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The system that allows blood to circulate throughout the body is the circulatory system.

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What is the job of the heart?

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The job of the heart is to pump blood around the body.

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Which system works with the circulatory system to provide our body with oxygen?

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The respiratory system works with the circulatory system to provide our body with oxygen.

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What is the main function of blood?

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The main function of blood is to transport oxygen, nutrients, and waste products throughout the body.

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What are blood vessels?

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Blood vessels are the tubes through which blood flows; they include arteries, veins, and capillaries.

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What is the role of red blood cells?

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Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and return carbon dioxide to the lungs.

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What are platelets?

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

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How does the heart pump blood?

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The heart pumps blood by contracting and relaxing its muscles, creating pressure to push blood through the vessels.