Soc 15 - The Structure Of The Heart Flashcards
1
Q
Three main functions of the cardiovascular system
A
-Transports oxygen, carbon dioxide and nutrients
-Helps clot blood
-Controls the body’s temperature
2
Q
Vascular Shunting
A
Increases blood flow to active areas during exercise by diverting blood away from inactive areas
3
Q
Cardio-respiratory system
A
The interaction of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to muscles during exercise.
4
Q
Cardiovascular
A
To do with the heart, blood and blood vessels together
5
Q
Vasodilation
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When veins swell up or dilate; widening of the internal diameter (lumen) of the blood vessel to allow increased blood flow
6
Q
Vasoconstriction
A
When veins shrink down; narrowing of the internal diameter (lumen) of the blood vessel to decrease blood flow.
