Blood & Heart JC

Front

What are the three types of blood vessels in the human body?

Back

Arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Front

Which blood vessel is responsible for carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart?

Back

Arteries.

Front

What is the primary function of veins in the circulatory system?

Back

To carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the role of capillaries in the circulatory system?

Back

To facilitate the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste between blood and tissues.

Front

What are the main components of blood?

Back

Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

Front

What is the function of red blood cells?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carry carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-7

Front

How do white blood cells contribute to the immune system?

Back

They help defend the body against infections and foreign invaders.

Front

What is the function of platelets in the blood?

Back

To help with blood clotting and prevent excessive bleeding.

Front

What is plasma and what does it contain?

Back

Plasma is the liquid component of blood that contains water, electrolytes, proteins, hormones, and waste products.

Front

What is the average size of a human heart?

Back

About the size of a fist.