Circulatory System

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What system works with the circulatory system to provide our body with oxygen?

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respiratory system

Front

What is the system of the human body that includes the heart?

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Cardiovascular system

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What type of cells in the blood are responsible for carrying oxygen?

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red blood cells

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Where in the human body can blood vessels be found?

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virtually everywhere

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What system is responsible for delivering oxygen to cells?

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circulatory system

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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

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To transport nutrients, gases, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

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What are the main components of the circulatory system?

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Heart, blood vessels, and blood.

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What is the role of arteries in the circulatory system?

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To carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body.

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What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

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To carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

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What is the function of capillaries in the circulatory system?

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