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The Circulatory System

ICSE · Class 8 · Biology

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Topics in The Circulatory System

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1. Human Circulatory System

  • The circulatory system includes the heart, blood, and blood vessels.
  • Blood carries nutrients, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and wastes throughout the body.
  • Lymph also helps in transport in the body.
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2. Heart: Structure and Working

  • The heart is a muscular pumping organ.
  • It weighs about 225-340 grams and is about the size of a folded fist.
  • It is located in the centre of the chest cavity, with its tip tilted slightly to the left.
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3. Blood Vessels

  • Blood vessels form a network of tubes that carry blood throughout the body.
  • There are three main types of blood vessels: arteries, veins, and capillaries.
  • Arteries carry blood away from the heart.
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4. Blood Circulation and Double Circulation

  • Blood enters the right atrium from the body through the vena cavae.
  • Blood enters the left atrium from the lungs through the pulmonary veins.
  • The right atrium sends deoxygenated blood to the right ventricle.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Human circulatory system as a transport system of blood and lymph

HeartBlood vesselsBlood circulationDouble circulationLymphatic systemBlood groupsHeart-related conditionsBlood donation and blood banks

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The Circulatory System covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 8 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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