Biology B1 0.0 / 5 ? BiologyFitness and HealthGCSEOCR Created by: JindieCreated on: 29-11-15 13:00 What are the two types of blood pressure called? Systolic and Diastolic 1 of 6 What is Systolic pressure and when does it happen? Systolic pressure is the highest pressure and happens when the heart muscles contract and force blood into the arteries. 2 of 6 What is diastolic pressure and when does it occur? Diastolic blood pressure is the lowest blood pressure and happes when the heart mucle relax and pressure in the arteries drop. 3 of 6 What is blood pressure measured in? ALSO what is a normal blood pressure? mmHg + Normal Blood pressure = 120/80 mmHg 4 of 6 What factors increase Blood pressure? High stress levels, Smoking, excessive alcohol or weight, high intake of salt or saturated fats 5 of 6 How can smoking increase Blood Pressure The carbon monoxide it reduces the ability for red blood cells to carry oxygen.Niotine has a direct effect on the heart 6 of 6
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