Circulatory System Review

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What is the pulmonary circuit?

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The pulmonary circuit is the pathway of blood flow between the heart and the lungs.

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What type of muscle is the heart primarily made of?

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The heart is primarily made of cardiac muscle.

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What are the main components of blood?

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Blood is made up of plasma, blood cells, and platelets.

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What are veins?

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Veins are thin-walled vessels that carry blood towards the heart.

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What are arteries?

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Arteries are thick-walled vessels that carry blood away from the heart.

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What is the function of the heart?

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The heart pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients.

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What is the role of plasma in blood?

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Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.

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What are capillaries?

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Capillaries are tiny blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nutrients occurs.

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What is the difference between oxygenated and deoxygenated blood?

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Oxygenated blood is rich in oxygen and is carried from the lungs to the body, while deoxygenated blood is low in oxygen and is carried from the body back to the heart.

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What is the function of platelets?

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Platelets are small cell fragments that help in blood clotting.