Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Circulatory systems

Circulatory systems — practice question

(a)[2]

State two visible features that separate the fish in Fig. 1.1 from the amphibian in Fig. 1.2.

(b)[1]

State the name of one other vertebrate group.

(c)[4]

Describe the similarities and the differences between the circulatory systems of the fish and the amphibian in Fig. 1.3 and Fig. 1.4.

(d)[3]

Explain the advantages of the mammalian type of circulatory system compared with the type found in fish.

(e)[4]

Explain how the structure of arteries and veins is linked to the difference in the pressure of the blood carried by these vessels.

(f)[3]

Complete the Table 1.1.

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