cardiovascular system Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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Arteries
A
Vessels that carry blood away from the heart.
2
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Blood vessels
A
a tubular structure carrying blood through the tissues and organs; a vein, artery, or capillary
3
Q
Capillaries
A
Tiny vessels that branch off from arteries to deliver blood to all body tissues
4
Q
Deoxygenated
A
known as venous blood has less oxygen than oxygenated blood. Its color is dark red.
5
Q
Heart
A
A muscular pump that forces blood around the body.
