Circulatory System Review

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What is the liquid portion of blood called?

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Plasma

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Which component of blood carries oxygen?

Back

Red blood cells

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How does blood carry waste products away from cells?

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Through the circulatory system

Front

What is the pathway of blood from the right atrium to the aorta?

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Right atrium, Right ventricle, pulmonary artery, lungs, pulmonary vein, Left atrium, Left ventricle, aorta

Front

What is the color of human blood?

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Red

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What are the main components of blood?

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Plasma, Red blood cells, White blood cells, Platelets

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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To carry oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

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What role do white blood cells play in the body?

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They help fight infections and protect the body against diseases.

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What is the function of platelets in the blood?

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To help with blood clotting and prevent bleeding.

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What is the heart's role in the circulatory system?

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To pump blood throughout the body.