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What is the main function of the circulatory system in animals?
What is the main function of the circulatory system in animals?
Transport substances throughout the body
How does blood flow help in transporting substances in the body?
How does blood flow help in transporting substances in the body?
Blood carries substances like digested food, oxygen, and waste to various parts of the body
What is the fluid part of the blood called?
What is the fluid part of the blood called?
Plasma
What is the function of red blood cells in the blood?
What is the function of red blood cells in the blood?
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Why is the color of blood red?
Why is the color of blood red?
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How does the circulatory system help in removing waste from the body?
How does the circulatory system help in removing waste from the body?
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What is the name of the vascular tissue responsible for transporting water and nutrients in a plant?
What is the name of the vascular tissue responsible for transporting water and nutrients in a plant?
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What is the function of the phloem in plants?
What is the function of the phloem in plants?
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How does water enter into vegetables when they are somewhat dry?
How does water enter into vegetables when they are somewhat dry?
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Define what a tissue is in the context of organisms.
Define what a tissue is in the context of organisms.
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What is the significance of the continuous network of channels formed by xylem in plants?
What is the significance of the continuous network of channels formed by xylem in plants?
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How are water and nutrients transported within a plant?
How are water and nutrients transported within a plant?
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Why does blood appear red?
Why does blood appear red?
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What is the function of white blood cells (WBC) in blood?
What is the function of white blood cells (WBC) in blood?
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Why does a clot form when there is a cut in the blood vessels?
Why does a clot form when there is a cut in the blood vessels?
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What is the function of arteries in the circulatory system?
What is the function of arteries in the circulatory system?
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What causes the throbbing movements felt in the wrist when checking the pulse?
What causes the throbbing movements felt in the wrist when checking the pulse?
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Why does blood need to be transported to the lungs during inhalation?
Why does blood need to be transported to the lungs during inhalation?
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