Cardivovascular System Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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Arteries:
A
carry blood away from the heart
2
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capillaries
A
microscopic vessels joining arterial system with venous system. Single layer of endothelial cells; thin. Enables exchange of water, respiratory gases, macromolecules, metabolites, and wastes b/w blood and adjacent cells.
3
Q
3 components of cardiovascular system:
A
heart, blood, blood vessels
4
Q
heart
A
hollow muscular organ in the mediastinum
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