Blood and Circulation

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What is the main function of the circulatory system?

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To transport nutrients, oxygen, and hormones to cells throughout the body.

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What do red blood cells do?

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They carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

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What do white blood cells do?

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They help fight infections and protect the body from diseases.

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What is the left ventricle responsible for?

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Pumping oxygenated blood to the entire body.

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What is the right ventricle responsible for?

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Pumping deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation.

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What are the two main types of blood cells?

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Red blood cells and white blood cells.

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What is plasma?

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The liquid part of blood that carries cells, nutrients, and waste products.

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What is the role of platelets in the blood?

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To help clot blood and prevent bleeding.

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What happens to your heart rate when you exercise?

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It increases to supply more oxygen to the muscles.

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What is oxygenated blood?

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Blood that has picked up oxygen from the lungs and is rich in oxygen.