Cardiovascular System

Front

What brings deoxygenated blood from the abdomen and lower body to the right atrium?

Back

Inferior vena cava

Front

What are the lower chambers of the heart called?

Back

Ventricles

Front

What carries oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to the lower body?

Back

Descending Aorta

Front

What brings oxygenated blood from the left lung to the left atrium?

Back

Left Pulmonary Veins

Front

What is the liquid part of the blood called?

Back

Plasma

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 is the largest artery in the body?

Back

Aorta

Front

What type of blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen?

Back

Red Blood Cells

Front

What is the function of white blood cells?

Back

To fight infections and protect the body.