ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following best describes the main function of the circulatory system?
A
To deliver nutrients and other essential materials to cells and remove waste products
B
To break down the nutrients found in food so that they can be used by all cells in the body
C
To produce the chemical signals that allow parts of the body to communicate over long distances
D
To coordinate all other body systems so that they can function together to maintain homeostasis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The system that contains the heart and the blood vessels and moves blood throughout the body. This system helps tissues get enough oxygen and nutrients, and it helps them get rid of waste products.

Detailed explanation-2: -The circulatory system delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells and takes away wastes. The heart pumps oxygenated and deoxygenated blood on different sides.

Detailed explanation-3: -The main functions of the circulatory system are to distribute the nutrients and oxygen to all body cells and transport waste products to the liver, kidneys, and lungs. This system works through diffusion-the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

Detailed explanation-4: -(1) Digestive System gets nutrients (good) from food and hands it over to the blood and Circulatory System then carries those nutrients where they need to go.

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