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What are the two types of circulation systems?

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Open Circulatory System, Closed Circulatory System

Open circulatory system: Blood leaves blood vessels and flows around the cells of the animal’s body before re-entering blood vessels. Closed circulatory system: Blood remains in a continuous system of blood vessels.

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What are the main components of a human circulatory system?

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  • Veins & venules
  • Capillaries
  • Heart
  • Blood
  • Arteries & arterioles

These components work together to circulate blood throughout the body.

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What is the function of arteries in the circulatory system?

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Carry blood under high pressure away from the heart

Arteries have thick elastic walls to withstand high pressure.

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What is the function of veins in the circulatory system?

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Carry blood under low pressure towards the heart

Veins have valves to prevent backflow of blood.

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What advantages does a closed circulatory system provide for humans?

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  • Blood is pumped faster around the body
  • Blood flow can be increased to certain parts of the body, e.g. the legs when running

These advantages are crucial for efficient functioning during physical activities.

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Fill in the blank: Blood leaves _______ and flows around the cells of the animal’s body before re-entering blood vessels.

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blood vessels

This describes the open circulatory system.

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True or False: In a closed circulatory system, blood flows freely around body cells without returning to blood vessels.

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False

Blood remains in a continuous system of blood vessels in a closed circulatory system.

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What prevents arteries from over-expansion?

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Inelastic protein (Collagen)

This structural component helps maintain the integrity of arterial walls.

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What allows blood vessels to contract and dilate?

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Muscle & Elastic Fibres

These fibres play a crucial role in regulating blood flow and pressure.

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Fill in the blank: Capillaries are the smallest blood vessels where _______ occurs.

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exchange of gases and nutrients

Capillaries are critical for the exchange of materials between blood and tissues.

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What type of blood does the left side of the heart contain?

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Oxygenated blood

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What type of blood does the right side of the heart contain?

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Deoxygenated blood

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What structure separates the left and right sides of the heart?

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Septum

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What are the two main circuits of blood circulation?

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  • Pulmonary circuit
  • Systemic circuit
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What is the role of the pulmonary circuit?

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Heart -> lungs -> heart

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What is the role of the systemic circuit?

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Heart -> rest of the body -> heart

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What is the function of the coronary arteries?

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Supply blood to the heart muscle

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What is the function of the coronary veins?

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Take blood away from the heart muscle

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What is a pulse?

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The rhythmic expansion and contraction of the wall of the artery at a rate at which the heart beats

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What is the pacemaker of the heart composed of?

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  • SA node
  • AV node
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Where is the SA node located?

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In the wall of the right atrium

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Where is the AV node located?

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In the wall of the heart, between the right atrium and the right ventricle

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What does the SA node stimulate?

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The AV node

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What happens when the SA node sends an impulse?

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Causes the atria to contract

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What happens when the AV node sends impulses down the septum?
Causes the ventricles to contract
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What is the function of the bicuspid valve?
Separates the left atrium from the left ventricle
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What is the function of the tricuspid valve?
Separates the right atrium from the right ventricle
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What is the main benefit of double circulation?
* Oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood is separated * Blood pressure remains high to reach all parts of the body
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What is a portal system?
A blood pathway that begins and ends in capillaries
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What does the hepatic portal system connect?
Stomach and intestines to the liver
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What is the role of the semilunar valve?
Prevents backflow of blood from the arteries into the ventricles
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What type of muscle is cardiac muscle?
Does not tire
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What initiates the heartbeat?
The SA node sends impulses to the atria ## Footnote The SA node is the natural pacemaker of the heart.
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What happens during atrial systole?
The atria contract and the bicuspid and tricuspid valves open ## Footnote This allows blood to flow into the ventricles.
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What is the role of the AV node?
It sends impulses to the ventricles, causing them to contract ## Footnote This leads to the closing of the tricuspid and bicuspid valves.
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What occurs during ventricular diastole?
The ventricles relax and the semilunar valves close ## Footnote This marks the end of one complete heartbeat cycle.
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Define blood pressure.
The force that the blood exerts on the wall of a blood vessel ## Footnote It is an important measure of cardiovascular health.
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How does smoking affect the circulatory system?
Increases heart rate, blood pressure, and chance of clots ## Footnote Smoking has detrimental effects on cardiovascular health.
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What is the effect of high salt intake on blood pressure?
Raises blood pressure ## Footnote This can lead to hypertension and other cardiovascular issues.
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How does exercise influence the circulatory system?
Improves circulation and strengthens the heart ## Footnote Regular exercise is crucial for maintaining cardiovascular health.
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What is plasma?
The liquid part of blood ## Footnote Plasma consists of water, proteins, and dissolved materials.
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What are red blood cells (erythrocytes) primarily responsible for?
Oxygen transport ## Footnote They contain hemoglobin which converts to oxyhemoglobin.
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What is the shape of red blood cells?
Biconcave ## Footnote This shape provides a larger surface area for gas exchange.
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What distinguishes white blood cells (leukocytes) from red blood cells?
Larger size and presence of a nucleus ## Footnote They play a crucial role in the immune response.
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What are the two main types of white blood cells?
Lymphocytes and monocytes ## Footnote Each type has specific functions in the immune system.
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What are platelets (thrombocytes)?
Cell fragments that clot blood ## Footnote They are essential for preventing blood loss and entry of microorganisms.
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Why is it important to know a person's blood type?
For blood transfusions ## Footnote Mismatched blood types can cause serious complications.
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List the blood types.
* A * B * AB * O ## Footnote These types are determined by the presence of specific antigens.
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What does Rhesus + indicate?
Presence of factor D antigen on red blood cells ## Footnote This is an important factor in blood typing.
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What does Rhesus - indicate?
Absence of factor D antigens ## Footnote Understanding Rhesus factor is crucial for pregnancy and transfusions.
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What problems can arise during pregnancy related to Rh factor?
If mother is Rh- and baby is Rh+ ## Footnote This condition can lead to hemolytic disease of the newborn.
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What distinguishes the front (ventral) surface of the heart from the back (dorsal) surface?
The front is more rounded ## Footnote This anatomical feature is important for identifying the orientation of the heart.
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What is the characteristic of the wall of the left ventricle?
The wall is firmer and has thick walls ## Footnote This allows the left ventricle to pump blood at high pressure to the body.
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What is the function of the bicuspid valve?
It separates the left atrium from the left ventricle ## Footnote Also known as the mitral valve.
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What holds the valves in place in the heart?
White strings ## Footnote These are chordae tendineae that connect the valves to the heart muscles.
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What is the characteristic of the wall of the right ventricle?
Thick walls, but thinner than the left ventricle ## Footnote This structure supports its function of pumping blood to the lungs.
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What valve separates the right atrium from the right ventricle?
Tricuspid valve ## Footnote This valve prevents backflow of blood into the atrium.
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What is the characteristic of the walls of the atria?
Thin walls ## Footnote This allows for easy filling of the atria with blood.
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What valves are located at the aorta?
Semilunar valves ## Footnote These valves prevent backflow of blood into the ventricles.
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What valves are located at the pulmonary artery?
Semilunar valves ## Footnote They perform the same function as those at the aorta.
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What structure is located between the right and left sides of the heart?
The septum ## Footnote It separates oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
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Where does the coronary artery run?
From the aorta to the right ventricle ## Footnote This artery supplies blood to the heart muscle itself.

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