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The circulatory system is a vital component of the human body, responsible for transporting blood, oxygen, and nutrients to all parts of the body. This system consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood. The heart pumps blood through the blood vessels, which allow it to reach every cell in the body. Without the circulatory system, our bodies would not be able to function correctly, making it a crucial part of our overall health.
Flashcards: Circulatory System
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quick facts
- The circulatory system is made up of the heart, blood vessels, and blood.
- The heart pumps blood through the blood vessels to deliver oxygen and nutrients to all parts of the body.
- There are three types of blood vessels: arteries, veins, and capillaries.
- Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body, while white blood cells help fight off infections.
- The average adult has about 5 liters of blood circulating in their body.
card list
| Front | Back |
|---|---|
| Arteries | Blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the rest of the body. |
| Veins | Veins: Blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart. |
| Capillaries | Tiny blood vessels that connect arterioles and venules. |
| Heart | The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body. |
| Blood | Blood: The red liquid that flows through our bodies and carries oxygen and nutrients to our cells. |
| Blood vessels | Blood vessels: Tubes that carry blood throughout the body. |
| Systole | Systole: The phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts to pump blood out. |
| Diastole | Diastole: The phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle relaxes and fills with blood. |
| Blood pressure | The force of blood against the walls of the arteries. |
| Pulse | Pulse: The beat of your heart that you can feel in your arteries. |
| Cardiovascular system | The cardiovascular system is the system in the body that is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body. |
| Aorta | Main artery in the body. |
| Coronary arteries | Blood vessels that supply the heart muscle with oxygen and nutrients. |
| Red blood cells | Red blood cells: Cells in the blood that carry oxygen to the body’s tissues. |
| White blood cells | White blood cells: Cells in the body that help fight off infections and diseases. |
| Platelets | Platelets: Small cell fragments in the blood that help with clotting and stopping bleeding. |
| Plasma | Liquid part of blood. |
| Hemoglobin | Protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. |
| Circulation | The movement of blood around the body. |
| Oxygenation | Oxygenation: The process of adding oxygen to the blood. |