The Circulatory system

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What is the main function of the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system transports blood, oxygen, and food nutrients to all parts of the body.

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What is the heart similar to?

Back

The heart is similar to a pump.

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Which blood vessels carry deoxygenated blood to the heart?

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Veins carry deoxygenated blood to the heart.

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What are the main components of the circulatory system?

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The main components are the heart, blood vessels, and blood cells.

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What is circulation?

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Circulation is the process whereby the heart moves blood throughout the body.

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What do arteries do?

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Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart.

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What is the role of capillaries in the circulatory system?

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Capillaries are tiny blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nutrients occurs.

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What is blood made of?

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Blood is made of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

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What is the role of red blood cells?

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Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

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What is the role of white blood cells?

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White blood cells help protect the body against infections.

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