Soc 15: The Structure Of The Heart Flashcards
1
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Cardio-respitory system
A
The interaction of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to muscles during exercise
2
Q
Cardiovascular
A
To do with the heart, blood and blood vessels together
3
Q
Vasodilation
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When veins swell or dilate; widening of the internal diameter (lumen) of the blood vessel to allow increased blood flow
4
Q
Vasoconstriction
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When veins shrink down; narrowing of the internal diameter (lumen) of the blood vessel to decrease blood flow
5
Q
3 functions of the cardiovascular system
A
Transports oxygen, carbon dioxide and nutrients
Helps clot blood
Controls the body temperature
6
Q
Vascular shunting
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Your muscles need more blood for movement and so move away from the organs to the muscles
7
Q
Arteries
A
Arteries go away from the heart
