cardiovascular system Flashcards
1
Q
centricle
A
chamber
2
Q
arteries
A
carry blood away from the heart
3
Q
veins
A
carry blood toward the heart
4
Q
capillaries
A
microscopic blood vessels where nutrient/waste exchange occurs
5
Q
red blood cells
A
cells that carry oxygen
6
Q
plasma
A
fluid part of blood
7
Q
precapillary sphincter
A
tiny band of smooth muscle encircling capillary outlets
8
Q
hypertension
A
high blood pressure
9
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