Cardiovascular System Flashcards

Front

Which component of the cardiovascular system is responsible for pumping blood?

Back

Heart

Front

Which of the following is a component of blood?

Back

Plasma

Front

How many sides does the heart have?

Back

Two

Front

Where are heart valves located?

Back

Between the atria and ventricles

Front

What connects arteries to veins in the circulatory system?

Back

Capillaries

Front

Which blood vessel type is involved in gas exchange?

Back

Capillaries

Front

What feature do veins have to prevent blood from flowing in the wrong direction?

Back

Valves

Front

How thick is the wall of a capillary?

Back

One cell thick

Front

What is a unique feature of red blood cells regarding their nucleus?

Back

They do not contain a nucleus

Front

What is the main function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

Back

To transport oxygen