Fill in the blank with most appropriate term. A. Lack of this mineral can decrease oxygen...
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Fill in the blank with most appropriate term.
A. Lack of this mineral can decrease oxygen transport _____.
B. Oxygen transport protein _____
C. Valve's in the cardiovascular system are found in these two locations _____ and _____
D. These vessels absorb fluid in the tissue spaces and return it to the bloodstream _____
Lymphatic Vessels:
Lymphatic vessels are vessels of the lymphatic system. Lymphatic vessels collect interstitial fliud from the peripheral tissue and drain it back into the venous system.
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View this answerLack of this mineral can decrease oxygen transport: Iron.
Oxygen transport protein: Hemoglobin.
Valves in the cardiovascular system are found in...
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Chapter 6 / Lesson 22In this lesson, you will learn what lymphatic vessels are and why they are important for fluid management, immune function, and fat absorption. You'll then take a short quiz to test your knowledge.
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