The Slow Flow of Blood Through Capillaries

question 28

Multiple Choice

The slow flow of blood through capillaries

• A) allows time for the exchange of gases and other materials.
• B) prevents the loss of red blood cells to the interstitial fluid.
• C) allows arterioles and venules to retain sufficient oxygen.
• D) prevents surrounding cells from becoming detached from one another.

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