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5 marksThe Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems

CSEC Human and Social Biology · January 2009 · Paper 2 · Question 4(b)(ii)

Mrs Eaton's coronary blood vessels, which supply blood directly to the heart muscle, are clogged with fatty deposits.

Explain how the clogged blood vessels affect the heart itself and consequently affect the rest of the body.

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  1. 4(a)Complete the sentences about transport in the circulatory system by choosing the correct terms from the list: (blood, glucose, fats, oxygen, lymphocytes, waste…[3 marks]
  2. 4(b)(i)Identify a medical condition Mrs Eaton is likely to develop, and state one symptom of this condition.[2 marks]

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