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Cardiovascular System

The heart, blood and vessels that circulate oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

The heart, blood and vessels that circulate oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

Major organs

Heart
Pumps ~5 L of blood per minute through two circuits.
Arteries
Carry oxygenated blood away from the heart under pressure.

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Cardiovascular System

cardiovascular

Cardiovascular System

The heart, blood and vessels that circulate oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

The heart, blood and vessels that circulate oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

Major organs

Heart
Pumps ~5 L of blood per minute through two circuits.
Arteries
Carry oxygenated blood away from the heart under pressure.