What is the structure and function of arteries, veins and capillaries? Baseline (Flightpath D): To be able to state the three main types of blood vessel and recognise them from diagrams. Further (Flightpath C&B ): Explain how the structure of blood vessels relates to their function. Challenge (Flightpath A): Explain in detail the importance of a double circulatory system.
The circulatory system
Compare and contrast the structure of the circulatory system in a fish and a mammal What are the similarities and differences between them?