cardiovascular system (cvs)

Which of the following is NOT a function of the cardiovascular system?

• Transport of oxygen and nutrients

• Removal waste products

• Production of hormones

2. What are the main components of the cardiovascular system?

• Lungs and blood vessels

• Heart and lungs

• Heart and blood vessels

3. The pulmonary circulation is responsible for:

• Transporting oxygen-rich blood to the body

• Carrying deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation

• Removing nutrients from the blood

4. Which type of blood vessel carries oxygenated blood away from the heart?

• Veins

• Capillaries

• Arteries

5. What is the primary function of capillaries in the circulatory system?

• Transport blood at high pressure

• Connect arteries to veins and facilitate exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste

• Store blood for emergencies