The Circulatory System Flashcards
1
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Red blood cells
A
-transports oxygen around the body
-contains a red pigment called haemoglobin
2
Q
White blood cells
A
-fights infections
-some produce antibodies
3
Q
Platelets
A
-Clots blood
-prevents blood from leaving and prevents micro-organisms from entering the body
4
Q
Plasma
A
-Transports blood cells
-liquid part of blood
5
Q
The heart
A
-made up of cardiac muscle
-pumps blood to the lungs and around the body
