THE HEART
WHAT IS THE MAIN FUNCTION OF THE HEART?
TO PUMP BLOOD THROUGHOUT THE BODY
What is the liquid part of blood?
Plasma
This carries blood away from heart?
Arteries
What is circulation?
Movement of blood around the body
One activity that strengthens the heart?
Exercise
HOW MANY CHAMBERS DOES THE HEART HAVE?
FOUR CHAMBERS
Which cells that carry oxygen?
Red Blood Cells
This carries blood back to heart
Veins
Gas transported by red blood cells?
Oxygen
Foods good for heart health?
fruits and vegetables
WHAT ARE THE FOUR CHAMBERS OF THE HEART CALLED?
RIGHT VENTRICLE
LEFT VENTRICLE
RIGHT ATRIUM
LEFT ATRIUM
Which cells that fight infection?
White Blood Cells
This is the smallest vessel
Capillaries
Where does blood pick up oxygen?
Lungs
Smoking increases risk of?
Heart Disease
WHAT IS THE CHAMBER THAT PUMPSOXYGENATED BLOOD TO THE BODY?
LEFT VENTRICLE
What helps blood clot?
Plasma
this vessel ccarries oxygenated blood from lungs to heart
Pulmonary vein
Heart-lung circulation?
Pulmonary Circulation
Name two healthy habits.
Exercise, healthy diet, sleep, avoid smoking
WHAT SIDE PUMPS DEOXYGENATED BLOOD TO THE BODY?
RIGHT SIDE
What are four components of blood?
Plasma, white blood cells, red blood cells, platelets
The artery carrying deoxygenated blood
Pulmonary Artery
Heart-body circulation?
Systemic Circulation
A person has blocked arteries caused by fat buildup.
Explain TWO lifestyle changes that can improve their circulatory health.
Exercise regularly
• Eat a balanced diet
• Stop smoking
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Manage stress