Circulation

Front

What does an atrium do?

Back

Let blood in.

Front

What is the purpose of circulation?

Back

Supply O2 and nutrients and remove waste.

Front

What is the function of veins/venules?

Back

Take blood toward the heart.

Front

What happens in pulmonary circulation?

Back

Circulation to the lungs.

Front

What is the function of arteries/arterioles?

Back

Take blood away from the heart.

Front

What is blood circulation?

Back

The process of blood moving through the heart and blood vessels.

Front

What are the two main types of circulation in the body?

Back

Systemic circulation and pulmonary circulation.

Front

What is systemic circulation?

Back

The circulation of blood to the body and back to the heart.

Front

What role do capillaries play in circulation?

Back

They allow for the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste between blood and tissues.

Front

What is oxygenated blood?

Back

Blood that has picked up oxygen from the lungs.