Cardiovascular System

Cardiovascular System

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Biology

KG - University

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the cardiovascular system?

Back

The cardiovascular system is the system in the body that circulates blood, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does systolic pressure measure?

Back

Systolic pressure measures the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats (ventricular contraction).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is blood pressure?

Back

Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of blood vessels.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is one of the main functions of blood?

Back

One main function of blood is to transport nutrients to the cells.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the average blood pressure?

Back

The average blood pressure is 120/80.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are capillaries?

Back

Capillaries are tiny blood vessels that connect arteries and veins and are responsible for exchanging nutrients and wastes between blood and tissues.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do veins do?

Back

Veins carry blood back to the heart.

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