Human Circulatory System Flashcards
1
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Blood
A
Plasma and blood cells
2
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Red blood cells
A
Have haemoglobin to carry oxygen
3
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Haemoglogin
A
Carries oxygen
4
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White blood cells
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Fight infection, produce antibodies,nucleus present,no definite shape.
5
Q
Platlets
A
Blood clotting no nucleus fragments of cell
6
Q
Plasma
A
90% water,
7
Q
Functions of blood
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Transport, defence against disease and clotting
8
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Arteries
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Cary blood away
9
Q
Capillaries
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Connect arteries and veins
10
Q
Veins
A
Carry blood back to the heart
11
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Vales
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To stop backflow of blood
12
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Blood vessels
A
Arteries and veins