Cardiovascular System

Front

What blood type can donate red blood cells to only AB but can receive from all others?

Back

Type AB

Front

What type of blood cell protects the body against infection?

Back

White Blood Cells

Front

What is the process by which blood moves between the heart and the lungs?

Back

Pulmonary Circulation

Front

What are the structures between the atria and ventricles that allow blood to flow through the chambers?

Back

Valves

Front

What is the fluid in which other parts of the blood are suspended?

Back

Plasma

Front

What is the main function of red blood cells?

Back

To carry oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

Front

What is the role of platelets in the blood?

Back

To help with blood clotting.

Front

What is the largest artery in the body?

Back

Aorta

Front

What is the function of the heart's valves?

Back

To prevent the backflow of blood and ensure it flows in one direction.

Front

What is the difference between arteries and veins?

Back

Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood back to the heart.