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sinoatrial (SA) node

the natural pacemaker of the heart

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functions of blood

-help in an immune response

-transportation of many substances

-regulation of osmotic pressure

-help regulate temp

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right atrium

blood returning to the heart from the superior and inferior vena cava will fill the

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the bicuspid (mitral) valve allows for one way blood flow from the ___ atrium to the ___ ventricle

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atrioventricular (AV) node

the gatekeeper of the heart

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erythrocytes

red blood cells are also known as

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hematopoiesis

new blood cell formation

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hemostasis

blood clotting