JAMB Biology 2010 Question 18

Question 18

Transport in Animals

Circulation of blood to all parts of the body except the lungs is through

  1. A.systemic circulation
  2. B.the lymphatic system
  3. C.pulmonary circulation
  4. D.the pulmonary artery.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (systemic circulation)

Explanation

Systemic circulation carries blood from the left ventricle to all body organs and back. Pulmonary circulation goes only between the heart and the lungs.