Circulatory System Bell Ringer

Front

How do the kidneys respond when blood pressure is too high?

Back

They remove water.

Front

The heart functions as ________ pumps.

Back

Two.

Front

What supplies the heart muscle with blood?

Back

Coronary artery.

Front

What does the septum do?

Back

It prevents oxygen-poor and oxygen-rich blood from mixing.

Front

What is the function of the aorta?

Back

It carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body.

Front

What are the two main types of circulation in the body?

Back

Systemic and pulmonary circulation.

Front

What is the role of red blood cells?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

Front

What is the function of valves in the heart?

Back

To prevent backflow of blood.

Front

What is the significance of the pulmonary artery?

Back

It carries oxygen-poor blood from the heart to the lungs.

Front

What is the role of plasma in the blood?

Back

To transport nutrients, hormones, and waste products.