Flashcard on Circulatory Systems in Animals

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What is the main function of circulatory systems in animals?

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To transport nutrients, oxygen, and waste

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What type of circulatory system do insects have?

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Open system

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What is the blood in an open circulatory system called?

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Hemolymph

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Which of the following animals has a closed circulatory system? Insects, Crustaceans, Fish, Amphibians

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Fish

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In a single circulation system, how many times does blood pass through the heart per cycle?

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Once

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What is the main advantage of a closed circulatory system?

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Faster transport

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Which type of circulation do mammals have?

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Double circulation

Front

What are the three types of blood vessels mentioned?

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Arteries, veins, capillaries

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What is the term for blood pressure in a closed circulatory system?

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High pressure

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Why do mammals need a double circulation system?

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To increase efficiency