Cardiovascular System

Front

What are the bottom chambers of the heart called?

Back

Ventricles

Front

Which vessels carry blood to the heart?

Back

Veins

Front

What creates the 'lub dub' heart sounds?

Back

Closing of valves

Front

Which part of the heart pumps deoxygenated (oxygen-poor) blood?

Back

Right side

Front

What type of circulation takes blood from the heart to the lungs and back?

Back

Pulmonary

Front

What is the main function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What are the upper chambers of the heart called?

Back

Atria

Front

What do arteries do?

Back

Carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart.

Front

What is the role of capillaries?

Back

To exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide with tissues.

Front

What is the largest artery in the body?

Back

Aorta