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What is the purpose of the cardiovascular system in most multicellular organisms?
What is the purpose of the cardiovascular system in most multicellular organisms?
- Transport of nutrients, waste products, and respiratory gases (correct)
- Protection against diseases
- Regulation of body temperature
- Storage of excess nutrients
In which organisms does gas exchange take place by simple diffusion across the cell membrane?
In which organisms does gas exchange take place by simple diffusion across the cell membrane?
- Large mammals
- Amphibians
- Birds
- Small organisms (diameter < 1mm) (correct)
What are the body fluids responsible for transporting nutrients, waste products, and respiratory gases?
What are the body fluids responsible for transporting nutrients, waste products, and respiratory gases?
- Blood and lymph (correct)
- Sweat and tears
- Saliva and gastric juices
- Cerebrospinal fluid
What is the primary function of arteries in the circulatory system?
What is the primary function of arteries in the circulatory system?
What is the primary purpose of the cardiovascular system in most multicellular organisms?
What is the primary purpose of the cardiovascular system in most multicellular organisms?
What is the purpose of haemostatic mechanisms in the circulatory system?
What is the purpose of haemostatic mechanisms in the circulatory system?
Which organisms do not require an internal system of transport for nutrients and waste products?
Which organisms do not require an internal system of transport for nutrients and waste products?
What facilitates gas exchange in small organisms with a diameter less than 1mm?
What facilitates gas exchange in small organisms with a diameter less than 1mm?
What are the body fluids responsible for transporting nutrients, waste products, and respiratory gases?
What are the body fluids responsible for transporting nutrients, waste products, and respiratory gases?
What is the function of haemostatic mechanisms in the circulatory system?
What is the function of haemostatic mechanisms in the circulatory system?
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