The Circulatory System Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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Blood
A
Blood is a tissue as it consists of many cells working together to carry out a function
2
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Blood is made up of
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Plasma - transports substances around the body
White blood cells - fights against infection
Red blood cells - transports oxygen around the body
Platelets - clot the blood
3
Q
Arteries
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Carry blood away from the heart
4
Q
Veins
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Carry blood to the heart
5
Q
Capilllaries
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Connect arteries and veins together
6
Q
Pulse
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The alternate expansion and contraction of the arteries
