Soc 16: Blood Structure Flashcards
1
Q
Cardio respiratory system
A
The heart and lungs delivering oxygen to the muscles.
2
Q
Cardiovascular
A
Heart blood and blood vessels.
3
Q
Vasodilation
A
When veins swell or dilate widening the lumen to allow more blood flow.
4
Q
Vasoconstriction
A
When veins shrink narrowing the lumen size decreasing blood flow.
5
Q
Cusp
A
A triangular fold or flap of a heart valve.
6
Q
Pulmonary
A
Lung related
7
Q
Vein
A
Tube that carries blood to the heart.
8
Q
Artery
A
Tube that carries blood away from heart.
