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Circulatory System Flashcards

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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

A

To transport nutrients, gases, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

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True or False: The heart has four chambers.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The two upper chambers of the heart are called __________.

A

atria

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What are the two main types of circulation in the circulatory system?

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Pulmonary circulation and systemic circulation.

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What type of blood vessel carries oxygenated blood away from the heart?

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Arteries

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a component of blood? A) Red blood cells B) Plasma C) Neurons D) White blood cells

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C) Neurons

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What is the role of red blood cells?

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To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

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True or False: Veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The largest artery in the body is the __________.

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aorta

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What is the function of capillaries?

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To allow the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste between blood and tissues.

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Multiple Choice: Which part of the heart is responsible for pumping blood to the lungs? A) Left atrium B) Right ventricle C) Left ventricle D) Right atrium

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B) Right ventricle

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What is the function of valves in the heart?

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To prevent the backflow of blood and ensure it flows in one direction.

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True or False: The pulmonary arteries carry oxygenated blood.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The liquid component of blood is called __________.

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plasma

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What is the role of platelets in the blood?

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To help with blood clotting.

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Multiple Choice: Which type of blood vessel has thin walls and valves? A) Arteries B) Veins C) Capillaries D) None of the above

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B) Veins

17
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What is systemic circulation?

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The circulation of blood from the heart to the rest of the body and back.

18
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True or False: The heart is located in the left side of the chest.

A

False

19
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Fill in the blank: The heart’s natural pacemaker is called the __________.

A

sinoatrial node

20
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What does blood pressure measure?

A

The force of blood against the walls of the arteries.

21
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Multiple Choice: What causes the heartbeat? A) Electrical signals B) Muscle contractions C) Both A and B D) None of the above

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C) Both A and B

22
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What are the two phases of the cardiac cycle?

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Systole and diastole.

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True or False: The coronary arteries supply blood to the heart muscle itself.

A

True

24
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Fill in the blank: The main function of the lymphatic system is to __________.

A

help maintain fluid balance and support the immune system.

25
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What is the role of the aorta in the circulatory system?

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To carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

26
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Multiple Choice: Which type of blood cell is primarily involved in immune response? A) Red blood cells B) White blood cells C) Platelets D) Plasma

A

B) White blood cells

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