circulatory system Flashcards
1
Q
describe the importance of the circulatory system
A
move blood throughout the body
2
Q
list the 3 main components of the circulatory system
A
blood, the heart, blood vessels
3
Q
red blood cells
A
transport oxygen around the body
4
Q
white blood cells
A
infection fighting cells
5
Q
platelets
A
tiny cells that help blood clotting
6
Q
plasma
A
protein rich liquid that carries blood around the body
7
Q
how are arteries and veins different?
A
veins: large vessels that carry blood
arteries: high pressure vessels that carry blood away from the heart
8
Q
what is the function of capillaries?
A
capillaries are tiny blood vessels that connect arteries and veins
9
Q
label the 4 chambers of the heart
A
right atrium, left atrium, right ventricle, left ventricle
