Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
100
what is normal body temperature?
37 degrees Celsius
100
what part of the blood carries oxygen?
red blood cells
100
Name label A and C
A. right atrium
C. left atrium
100
heartbeat is contraction and relaxation of the heart. True or False
True
200
what is the name of the liquid part of the blood?
plasma
200
what part of the blood fights infection?
white blood cells
200
what carries blood away from the heart?
arteries
200
name the main artery in the heart
aorta
300
What is the purpose of valves?
Valves prevent the back-flow of blood
300
what is the name of the part that clots blood?
platelets
300
what carries blood to the heart?
veins
300
Give one tip to ensure a healthy heart
Maintain a healthy weight.
Eat at least 5 portions of fruit and vegetables every day.
Eat less fatty, salty processed foods.
Exercise for at least 30-60 minutes every day.
Avoid alcohol and smoking.
Reduce stress and make time to relax.
400
name the three types of blood vessels
arteries, veins, capillaries
400
what is the average heart rate (bpm)?
70-72 bpm
400
what connects arteries and veins?
capillaries
400
name the wall found in the heart
septum
500
name the muscle in the heart
cardiac muscle
500
where are red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets made?
bone marrow
500
What are the names of B and D?
B= right ventricle
D= left ventricle
500
what carries the oxygen in the RBC's
haemoglobin