Circulatory Story Vocab

Front

What is the smallest, functioning unit of a living organism?

Back

Cell

Front

What term is related to the circulation of blood?

Back

Circulatory

Front

What is one of the two bottom chambers of the heart that receives blood from the atrium?

Back

Ventricle

Front

What is the name of the heart valve located between the left atrium and the left ventricle?

Back

Mitral valve

Front

What do we call a part of a larger part or system?

Back

Component

Front

What is the main function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What are the two main types of blood vessels?

Back

Arteries and veins.

Front

What is the role of arteries in the circulatory system?

Back

To carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart.

Front

What is the role of veins in the circulatory system?

Back

To carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the largest artery in the body?

Back

Aorta