The Circulatory System Flashcards
1
Q
What three components are the circulatory system made up of?
A
Blood vessels, the heart and the blood.
2
Q
What are the three types of blood vessels and what are their functions?
A
Arteries - transport blood away from the heart
Capillaries - link arteries and veins
Veins - transport blood towards the heart
3
Q
What is the heart’s function?
A
The heart pumps blood through the blood vessels.
