Cadiovascular system

Question 1

The circulatory system is subdivided into the __________ and ________ systems.

Answer 1

Cardiovascular

Lymphatic

Question 2

The cardiovascular system contains the _____, ______ and ______ ______.

Answer 2

heart, blood, blood vessels.

Question 3

The lymphatic system contains ______ that return ________ fluid back to the _______.

Answer 3

Vessels
tissue
blood

Question 4

What are the functions of the blood?

Answer 4

Transportation - carrying nutrients, gases, hormones and wastes
Regulation - against disease (WBCs) and excessive blood loss (platelets)

Question 5

How is temperature regulated by the blood?

Answer 5

Vasodilation for increased heat loss.

Vasoconstriction for increased heat retention.