Circulatory
System
Just how important is blood to the human body? It not only transports oxygen and other substances throughout the body, but it helps fight sickness. And how does blood get around? The heart of course, which is a hollow, muscular organ pumps oxygenated blood throughout the body and deoxygenated blood to the lungs. It then courses through your arteries and veins, reaching every single cell in your body.
We will explore the structure and function of the heart and its supporting vessels in this unit.
Unit PowerPoint
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Unit Booklet and Vocab
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Unit 7 Learning Targets:
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I can identify the major parts of the heart and describe their functions.
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I can trace the pathway of blood through the heart.
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I can describe and measure the cardiac cycle and cardiac conduction system.
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I can compare the structure and function of the major types of blood vessels.
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I can explain how blood pressure is produced, controlled, and measured.
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I can identify and locate the major arteries and veins.
Online HASPI Lab Activities
Our class incorporates several online HASPI activities. To view these in full color, visit the links below.
The HASPI Anatomy and Physiology resources were created through collaboration with industry members, higher education representatives, high school science teachers, and middle school science teachers. The resources include labs and activities that cover the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for high school earth, life, and physical science AND incorporate medical themes. The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Science and Technical Subjects have also been incorporated.
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Video and Reading Resources
Do you need a little help in visualizing the structures and physiology of the circulatory system? Use the links below to view clips that will help you better visualize and make connections between the concepts. You can always google other videos too!
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Study Resources:
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Mix and Match Vocabulary Sort (print and cut out to use at home)
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Interactive Websites
