Cardiovascular System & Blood

Front

What are the three types of blood vessels?

Back

Arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Front

What is the function of a valve in the cardiovascular system?

Back

Keeps blood flowing in one direction.

Front

Which part of the heart is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood to the body?

Back

Left Ventricle.

Front

What part of the heart divides the heart into left and right sides?

Back

Septum.

Front

What are the bottom two chambers of the heart called?

Back

Ventricles.

Front

What is the main function of arteries?

Back

To carry blood away from the heart.

Front

What is the main function of veins?

Back

To carry blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the role of capillaries in the cardiovascular system?

Back

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

Front

What is the largest artery in the body?

Back

Aorta.

Front

What is the role of the pulmonary arteries?

Back

To carry deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs.