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What is the primary role of pulmonary circulation?
Options
A To supply blood to the heart muscle
B To transport oxygenated blood to the body
C To oxygenate blood in the lungs
Correct Answer
D To remove waste products from tissues
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pulmonary circulation is the process where deoxygenated blood is pumped from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation and returned to the heart.

Hint

This circuit carries blood to the lungs to pick up oxygen and release carbon dioxide.

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