Chapter 10 Key Terms Flashcards
1
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arteries
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Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart and distribute oxygen and nutrients to cells, tissues, and organs
2
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arterioles
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small arterial branches that connect arteries to capillaries
3
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capillaries
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tiny vessels in which the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste products occurs
4
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cardiovascular system
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The body system that consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood; also called the circulatory system.
5
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heart
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A hollow, muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body.
6
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veins
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Blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart and remove carbon dioxide and other waste products from cells, tissues, and organs
7
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venules
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very small veins that connect capillaries to larger veins
