Cardiovascular System Learning Check

Front

What structures make up the Circulatory/Cardiovascular System?

Back

Heart and Blood Vessels.

Front

What is the muscle layer of the heart called?

Back

Myocardium.

Front

What blood vessel carries blood away from the heart to the lungs?

Back

Pulmonary artery.

Front

What structure returns blood to the right atrium?

Back

Superior/inferior vena cava.

Front

What vessels are responsible for carrying blood away from the heart?

Back

Arteries.

Front

What is the primary function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What are the two main circuits of the cardiovascular system?

Back

Pulmonary circuit and systemic circuit.

Front

What is the role of veins in the cardiovascular system?

Back

To carry blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the function of capillaries?

Back

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

Front

What is the pericardium?

Back

The protective sac surrounding the heart.