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To discuss:
How blood flow is related to resistance and pressure differences, as well as the mathematical expression of these relationships.
Introduction:
The circulatory system is one of the most important systems in the human body; it is also called as the cardiovascular system. The circulatory system nourishes organs with oxygen, along with other important minerals. At the same time, it takes away carbon di-oxide and other waste products from the blood. The circulatory system regulates tissue
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