The Circulatory System

Click the title above to watch an informational video on the circulatory system. "Real World Science: The Circulatory System" Video Which of the following answer choices best describes the function of the circulatory system? The circulatory system carries signals throughout the body about an organism's environment and instructions on how to respond. The circulatory system is responsible for breaking down and cleaning the body's waste. The circulatory system transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste products around the body. The circulatory system provides support and structure to the body, and is in charge of regulating body temperature. Use the information from the video above fill in the blanks. The circulatory system is also known as the cardiovascular system.Hemoglobin is a protein that binds with oxygen and gives blood a bright red appearance.A term used to describe viruses or bacteria that can make us sick is pathogens.Engulfing and releasing antibodies are two ways that specialized cells in blood can attack and destroy disease-causing microorganisms. Which of the following answer choices is NOT part of the circulatory system? Heart Lungs Capillaries Blood Parts of the Blood Match the best description to its component (or part) of the blood. Plasma Fluid part of the blood; 90% water with minerals, proteins, sugars, and other nutrients making up the remaining 10% Red Blood Cells Made mostly of iron and does not have a nucleus; there are about 5 million of these in a single drop of blood. White Blood Cells Body's disease fighters; searches for and destroys viruses and bacteria that can make us sick Platelets Helps form a clot when a person is injured Interactions with Other Systems Complete the chart by identifying which other system works with circulatory system using the information provided. Interacting System Relationship Description Immune Specialized cells in the blood will protect us by attacking and destroying invading disease-causing organisms. Skeletal Red and white blood cells are created in marrow, which is an important tissue found in this system. Respiratory Blood will collect oxygen and dispose of carbon dioxide when it goes to the lungs, which is a major organ in this system. Muscular The heart is a pump that is made up tissues that are specialized for movement. The Heart and Circulatory System Click on the link to watch the video. When the video ends, come back to this tab and answer the question that follows. "How the Heart Works" Video Link Heart Labeling Use the following word bank to label the heart diagram below.AortaLeft AtriumLeft VentriclePulmonary ArteriesRight AtriumRight Ventricle Left Ventricle Right Ventricle Right Atrium Left Atrium Aorta Pulmonary Arteries