A | B |
Artery | blood vessels carrying blood away from the heart |
Vein | blood vessels returning blood back to the heart |
Blood pressure | the force of blood pushing against the vessel walls |
Pulse | the speed the heart beats |
Plasma | liquid part of the blood |
Red Blood cells | carry oxygen to body cells |
White blood cells | help destroy disease germs |
Stomach | releases digestive juices and mixes food |
Esophagus | the tube carrying food to the stomach |
Small intestine | breaks down food and absorbs nutrients |
Large intestine | absorbs water and holds solid waste |
Kidneys | filter blood to remove water and waste |