Question

Which of the following functions are carried out by blood?

• A. transports digested food, water and oxygen to all the parts of the body.
• B. exports waste material from the different parts of the body to suitable destination.
• C. protects the body against invasion by foreign germs and microbes.
• D. serves all the above purposes.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B

exports waste material from the different parts of the body to suitable destination.

C

protects the body against invasion by foreign germs and microbes.

The following are the functions of the blood:

• transporting oxygen and nutrients to the lungs and tissues.
• forming blood clots to prevent excess blood loss.
• carrying cells and antibodies that fight infection.
• bringing waste products to the kidneys and liver, which filter and clean the blood.
• regulating body temperature.