1. Introduction to the Circulatory System
Components of the circulatory system
Basic functions of each part

2. Major Components
Pump (heart)
Continuously circulates blood

3. Major Components (cont)
Network of tubes(Blood vessels)
Arteries- blood away from heart
Veins- blood back to the heart

4. Major Components (cont)
Blood
Fluid that fills the circulatory system

5. Summary of the Circulatory system
Heart – pumps or pushes blood through body
Blood Vessels - routes blood travels
Blood – carries important oxygen , carbon dioxide, glucose and waste through body