Circulatory or Cardiovascular System

Front

What is the liquid component of blood that makes up about 55% of it?

Back

Plasma

Front

Which chamber of the heart receives deoxygenated blood from the body?

Back

Right atrium

Front

What are the thin-walled vessels that allow for the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and wastes?

Back

Capillaries

Front

Which of the following is NOT a function of the circulatory system?

Back

Break down carbohydrates into glucose

Front

What is the primary function of red blood cells?

Back

Carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells and transport carbon dioxide from the cells back to the lungs.

Front

What is the function of arteries in the circulatory system?

Back

Carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body.

Front

What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

Back

Carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

Front

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

Back

Pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What is the name of the largest artery in the body?

Back

Aorta

Front

What is the function of platelets in the blood?

Back

Help in blood clotting.