Circulatory System Review

Which blood vessel carries blood BACK to the heart for fresh oxygen?

• Vein

• Capillary

• Artery

Which blood vessels carry blood between the arteries and veins?

• Platelets

• Cells

• Capillaries

Which blood vessels carry blood (rich in oxygen) AWAY from the heart?

• Capillaries

• Arteries

• Veins

The main components (parts) of blood are:

• Veins

• Platelets

• Plasma

• Valves

• White and Red Blood Cells

Answer explanation

Your blood contains 4 main parts: white blood cells, red blood cells, plasma, and platelets.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

When you have a cut, what stops blood flow and forms blood clots?

• Platelets

• Plasma

• White Blood Cells

Answer explanation

Platelets work together to stop blood flow. They form blood clots so all of your blood doesn't leave your body from a little cut!

Red blood cells contain...

• Hemoglobin

• Bile

• Valves

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

White blood cells fight against...

• Carbon Dioxide

• Viruses and Bacteria

• Plasma and Platelets

What is the yellowish portion of our blood called?

• Plasma

• Hemoglobin

• Blood Cells

Answer explanation

Plasma makes up over half of our blood. The red blood cells are what make our blood red.

You can measure your heart rate by pressing your fingertips on....

• A pulse point

• Your forehead

• Any vein

Which one is NOT a blood type?

• A

• AB

• O

• C