Circulatory System

Front

What do arteries carry away from the heart?

Back

Nutrient and oxygen-rich blood.

Front

How many chambers does the human heart have?

Back

Four.

Front

What system allows blood to circulate and transport nutrients around the body?

Back

Circulatory system.

Front

How does the heart function in the circulatory process?

Back

It pumps blood first to the lungs, back to the heart, and then around the rest of the body.

Front

What waste product does the human heart help remove from the body?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

Front

What is the main function of the circulatory system?

Back

To transport oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

Front

What are the two main types of blood vessels in the circulatory system?

Back

Arteries and veins.

Front

What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

Back

To carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the largest artery in the human body?

Back

The aorta.

Front

What is the function of capillaries in the circulatory system?

Back

To facilitate the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste between blood and tissues.