What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system?

To pump blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells while removing carbon dioxide and waste products.

Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the entire body?

The left ventricle pumps oxygenated blood out through the aorta to the rest of the body.

What is the difference between arteries and veins?

Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood back toward the heart.

What is the normal resting heart rate range for an adult?

60 to 100 beats per minute is the normal resting heart rate for a healthy adult.

What do red blood cells primarily transport throughout the body?

Red blood cells primarily transport oxygen from the lungs to body tissues using the protein hemoglobin.

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