Circulatory System Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is NOT a type of blood vessel? Arteries, Veins, Capillaries, Nerves

Back

Nerves

Front

What is the heart often referred to as in the body?

Back

The body's pump

Front

Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system? To digest food, To circulate blood, To produce hormones, To store fat

Back

To circulate blood

Front

When is blood pressure lowest? Options: When the heart contracts, During exercise, Between heartbeats, When you are eating

Back

Between heartbeats

Front

Which part of the blood is primarily involved in the immune response? Options: Red blood cells, White blood cells, Platelets, Blood plasma

Back

White blood cells

Front

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

Back

To enable you to breathe

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

Control and communication

Front

What are neurons?

Back

Cells that carry electrical messages

Front

Which system is responsible for control and communication in the body?

Back

Nervous system

Front

What is the primary role of red blood cells?

Back

To carry oxygen