Cardiovascular & Respiratory CFA Flashcardizz Review

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What gas does the Respiratory System release?

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Carbon Dioxide

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Another name for the circulatory system is __________________________________________.

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Cardiovascular System

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What gas does the Respiratory System absorb?

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Oxygen

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What's in the Circulatory (Cardiovascular) system?

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It consists of heart, blood vessels, and blood.

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What is the condition of keeping the body stable?

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Homeostasis

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What is the primary function of the heart?

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To pump blood throughout the body.

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What are the main components of blood?

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

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What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

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To carry blood back to the heart.

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What is the role of arteries in the circulatory system?

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To carry blood away from the heart.

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What is respiration?

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The process of exchanging gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) in the body.