circulatory & cardio Flashcards
1
Q
what 2 systems make up the circulatory system
A
cardiovascular and lymphatic
2
Q
functions of the circulatory system(4)
A
chemical signalling
thermoregulation
distribute gases and molecules for growth, repair and nutrition
mediate inflammation and host defence response
3
Q
what are the 3 parts of the cardiovascular system
A
arterial system
heart
venous system
4
Q
name and describe the 2 main circulations of the cardiovascular system
A
pulmonary, travels from right side of heart-to lungs-back to left side
systemic, travels from left side-to capillary beds of organs and tissue-back to right side
