Which of the Following Is Not a Function of the Respiratory

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?

• A) transports O2 to the tissues
• B) contributes to maintenance of normal acid-base balance
• C) provides a route for heat and water elimination
• D) enables speech, singing, and other vocalization
• E) removes, modifies, activates, or inactivates various materials passing through the pulmonary circulation

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