Heart Health

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  1. 3. The liquid component of blood that carries nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.
  2. 7. Small cell fragments in the blood that play a crucial role in blood clotting to prevent excessive bleeding.
  3. 8. The lower number in a blood pressure reading, representing the pressure in the arteries between heartbeats when the heart is at rest.
  4. 9. - The force exerted by the blood against the walls of the arteries, consisting of systolic pressure (during heartbeats) and diastolic pressure (between heartbeats).
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  1. 1. A colorless fluid containing white blood cells that circulates through the lymphatic system, helping to fight infection and remove waste.
  2. 2. Tiny blood vessels that connect arteries and veins, facilitating the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste products between blood and tissues.
  3. 4. The higher number in a blood pressure reading, representing the pressure in the arteries during the contraction of the heart.
  4. 5. A protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen and transports it to tissues and organs.
  5. 6. Microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi that can cause diseases or infections in the body.