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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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According to the slides, the major purpose of the circulatory system is to:
Options
A Filter nitrogenous waste from the blood
B Provide rapid mass transport over distances where diffusion is inadequate or too slow
Correct Answer
C Produce red and white blood cells in bone marrow
D Regulate body temperature exclusively through vasodilation
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The major purpose of the circulatory system is to provide rapid mass transport over distances where diffusion alone is inadequate or too slow. This allows efficient delivery of oxygen, nutrients, and removal of wastes throughout the body.

Hint

Consider the limitation of diffusion over large distances in large animals.

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Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 981 of 2214
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