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Biology : The Unity and Diversity of Life

Cecie Starr, Christine A. Evers; Lisa Starr

ISBN #9781337408332

15th Edition

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This section provides an in-depth exploration of the circulatory and lymphatic systems, covering the structure and function of the heart, pathways of blood flow in different vessels, and the principles behind blood pressure, capillary exchange, and hemostasis. It also discusses the cellular components of blood, common cardiovascular disorders, and the role of the lymphatic system in immune response and fluid balance. Key points include the significance of the cardiac cycle, the regulatory role of arterioles, and the importance of emergency procedures such as CPR and AED usage in saving lives.

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Example 1

The circulatory system of an insect _____ a. is a closed system b. includes a four-chambered heart c. circulates hemolymph d. moves blood through four separate circuits.

Example 2

In ______$\longrightarrow$ blood flows through a single circuit. a. fishes b. amphibians c. birds d. mammals

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The systemic circuit of mammals ________ a. carries blood to the lungs and back b. is shorter than the pulmonary circuit c. carries blood to body tissues and back d. allows oxygenated and oxygen-poor blood to mix

Example 4

The plasma protein albumin is made by ________ a. white blood cells c. the heart b. red blood cells d. the liver

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Platelets function in __________ a. oxygen transport c. thermal regulation b. blood clotting d. movement of lymph

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