Human Anatomy and Physiology

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Artery

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A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to various parts of the body.

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Vein

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A blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart from various parts of the body.

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Capillary

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The smallest blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste occurs between blood and tissues.

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Heart

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A muscular organ that pumps blood through the circulatory system.

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Atrium

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One of the two upper chambers of the heart that receives blood.

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Ventricle

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One of the two lower chambers of the heart that pumps blood out to the body.

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Circulatory System

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The system responsible for the flow of blood, nutrients, oxygen, and other gases, and hormones to and from cells.

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Muscular System

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The system that allows the body to move using muscles.

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Skeletal System

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The framework of bones and other tissues that supports the body.

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Cardiac Muscle

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The muscle tissue of the heart, responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.