Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 3 - Cells and Tissues - Review Questions - Page 134: 30

Answer

The body consists of metabolically active cells that need a continuous supply of nutrients and oxygen. Metabolic waste products need to be removed from the cells to maintain normal cell work. Blood is the primary transport medium, and it is responsible for meeting the needs of cells.

Work Step by Step

Blood is connective tissue. As a connective tissue, it consists of cells and cell fragments suspended in plasma. The body consists of metabolically active cells that need a continuous supply of nutrients and oxygen. Metabolic waste products need to be removed from the cells to maintain normal cell work. Blood is the primary transport medium, and it is responsible for meeting the needs of cells.
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