The circulatory system is made up of blood vessels that carry blood away from and towards the heart. Arteries carry blood away from the heart and veins carry blood back to the heart. The circulatory system carries oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to cells, and removes waste products, like carbon dioxide.
What are the 3 main roles of the circulatory system?
The cardiovascular system has three main functions:
- transport of oxygen, carbon dioxide and nutrients.
- clotting of open wounds.
- regulation of body temperature.
What are the 5 functions of the circulatory system?
Circulates OXYGEN and removes Carbon Dioxide. Provides cells with NUTRIENTS. Removes the waste products of metabolism to the excretory organs for disposal. Protects the body against disease and infection.
