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Circulatory System Worksheet

The circulatory system is essential for transporting oxygen, nutrients, and waste throughout the body, consisting of the heart, blood vessels, and blood. The heart pumps blood, arteries carry oxygen-rich blood, veins return oxygen-poor blood, and capillaries facilitate the exchange of substances. Blood comprises red blood cells for oxygen transport, white blood cells for fighting infections, platelets for clotting, and plasma as the liquid medium.

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Circulatory System Worksheet

The circulatory system is essential for transporting oxygen, nutrients, and waste throughout the body, consisting of the heart, blood vessels, and blood. The heart pumps blood, arteries carry oxygen-rich blood, veins return oxygen-poor blood, and capillaries facilitate the exchange of substances. Blood comprises red blood cells for oxygen transport, white blood cells for fighting infections, platelets for clotting, and plasma as the liquid medium.

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Circulatory System Worksheet

Organs of the Circulatory System and Their Characteristics

Part 1: Introduction to the Circulatory System

The circulatory system is responsible for transporting oxygen, nutrients, and waste products
throughout the body. It consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood. Each organ plays a
crucial role in maintaining body functions.

Part 2: Organs of the Circulatory System


Read the descriptions below and answer the questions that follow.
1. Heart
o The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body.
o It has four chambers: two atria (upper chambers) and two ventricles (lower
chambers).
o The left side of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body, while the
right side pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs.
2. Blood Vessels
o Blood vessels are tubes that carry blood throughout the body.
o There are three main types:
 Arteries: Carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart.
 Veins: Carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.
 Capillaries: Tiny vessels that allow the exchange of oxygen, nutrients,
and waste between blood and body tissues.
3. Blood
o Blood is a fluid that transports oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste
products.
o It consists of:
 Red Blood Cells: Carry oxygen.
 White Blood Cells: Fight infections.
 Platelets: Help in blood clotting.
 Plasma: The liquid component that carries cells and nutrients.
Part 3: Activity - Matching and Short Answer Questions
A. Matching
Match the correct organ with its function:
Organ Function
1. Heart A. Transports oxygen and nutrients
2. Arteries B. Fights infections
3. Veins C. Pumps blood throughout the body
4. Capillaries D. Returns blood to the heart
5. Red Blood Cells E. Exchange gases and nutrients
6. White Blood Cells F. Carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart

B. Short Answer

1. What is the main function of the circulatory system?

2. Why are arteries and veins different in function?

3. Which component of blood helps in clotting?

4. Explain why capillaries are important in the circulatory system.

Part 4: Critical Thinking


Imagine you are a red blood cell. Describe your journey as you move through the
circulatory system. Include the path you take, the organs you pass through, and your role
in transporting oxygen (please start from the left ventricle).

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