Transport in mammals

In this chapter, you will learn to:

• Describe the structure of the mammalian circulatory system.

• Explain the relationship between the structure and function of arteries, arterioles, veins, venules, and capillaries.

• Describe and explain the components and functions of blood, including the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

• Create diagrams of blood vessels and blood cells based on slides, photomicrographs, or electron micrographs.

• Describe the formation and functions of tissue fluid.

• Explain the structure and function of the heart.

• Describe the cardiac cycle and its regulation.