Structure of the Circulatory System Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 blood vessels?
A
Artery, Vein, Capillary.
2
Q
What is an artery?
A
Is a vessel that carries blood away from the heart.
3
Q
What is a vein?
A
Is a vessel that carries blood to the heart.
4
Q
What is a capillary?
A
It is a vessel that connects arteries and veins (gas exchange).
5
Q
Where is oxygenated blood found in the heart?
A
It is located on the left-side of the heart.
6
Q
Where is deoxygenated blood found in the heart?
A
It is located on the right-side of the heart.
