Exploring the Human Circulatory System
Science
GCSE Higher
14 questions
~28 mins
0 views0 downloads
About This Worksheet
A worksheet covering Human Circulatory System for GCSE Higher students.
Topics covered:
Worksheet Preview
Full preview • 14 questions
Exploring the Human Circulatory System
Subject: ScienceGrade: GCSE Higher
Name:
Date:
TeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizz
Untitled Worksheet
Grade GCSE Higher
A
Questions
Answer all questions. Show your working where appropriate.
1.
What is the main function of the human circulatory system?
[1 mark]2.
Which component of blood is primarily responsible for oxygen transport?
[1 mark]ARed blood cells
BWhite blood cells
CPlatelets
DPlasma
3.
True or False: The left side of the heart pumps oxygenated blood.
[1 mark]4.
Match the following terms to their definitions:
[3 marks]1. Arteries
2. Veins
3. Capillaries
ATiny blood vessels where exchange of substances occurs.
BVessels that carry blood away from the heart.
CVessels that carry blood towards the heart.
5.
List the sequence of blood flow through the heart starting from the vena cava.
[2 marks]1
2
3
4
5
6.
Explain how the human circulatory system helps maintain homeostasis.
[6 marks]7.
Calculate the cardiac output given the heart rate is 70 beats per minute and the stroke volume is 70 mL. Use the formula: Cardiac Output = Heart Rate x Stroke Volume.
[2 marks]8.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is the largest artery in the human body.
[1 mark]9.
Describe the role of platelets in the circulatory system.
[2 marks]10.
True or False: Veins have valves to prevent the backflow of blood.
[1 mark]11.
Multiple choice question text...
[1 mark]ACorrect Answer
BDistractor 1
CDistractor 2
DDistractor 3
12.
What is the role of the pulmonary circuit in the circulatory system?
[2 marks]13.
Multiple choice question text...
[1 mark]ACorrect Answer
BDistractor 1
CDistractor 2
DDistractor 3
14.
Multiple choice question text...
[1 mark]ACorrect Answer
BDistractor 1
CDistractor 2
DDistractor 3
Unlock Full Worksheet & Answers
Get instant access to the complete worksheet, answer keys, and 1,899 others
Unlimited answer keys for all worksheets
Download clean, formatted PDFs
Customize and remix any worksheet
Cancel anytime • No commitment • Start today
Quick Actions
What is Remix?
Create a new worksheet based on this one. Change the grade level, topic, number of questions, or difficulty - then generate a fresh version.
- • Change grade level (Grade 6 → Grade 7)
- • Swap topics (Harry Potter → Macbeth)
- • Add more questions (10 → 15)
- • Adjust difficulty
Related Worksheets
Details
- Created
- 12/30/2025
- Updated
- 12/30/2025
- Type
- worksheet