Circulatory System Flashcard

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What part of your blood carries oxygen to your cells?

Back

Red blood cells carry oxygen to your cells.

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Which part of the blood is responsible for carrying nutrients, wastes, hormones, antibodies, and other chemicals?

Back

Plasma is responsible for carrying nutrients, wastes, hormones, antibodies, and other chemicals.

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What is the main function of the circulatory system?

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The main function of the circulatory system is to transport blood, nutrients, and gases around the body.

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What is the name of the chamber of the heart that is labeled #3 in a diagram?

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The chamber labeled #3 is the right atria.

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What is the job of the heart?

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The job of the heart is to pump blood around the body.

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What are the components of blood?

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The components of blood include red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

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What is the role of white blood cells in the blood?

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White blood cells are responsible for fighting infections and protecting the body against diseases.

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What is the function of platelets in the blood?

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Platelets help in blood clotting to prevent bleeding.

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What is plasma and what does it do?

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Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.

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How does the circulatory system interact with the respiratory system?

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The circulatory system transports oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.