Cardiovascular System Basics

Anatomy and Physiology2 CardsCreated 17 days ago

This deck covers fundamental concepts of the cardiovascular system, focusing on blood vessels and their functions.

What is the name of the blood vessels that return oxygen-depleted blood from the body to the heart?

Vena cava
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What is the name of the blood vessels that return oxygen-depleted blood from the body to the heart?
Vena cava
What is the function of the vena cava?
The vena cava returns oxygen-depleted blood from the body to the right atrium of the heart.

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TermDefinition
What is the name of the blood vessels that return oxygen-depleted blood from the body to the heart?
Vena cava
What is the function of the vena cava?
The vena cava returns oxygen-depleted blood from the body to the right atrium of the heart.