Question 24
Transport in AnimalsThe blood circulatory system of vertebrates consists of
- A.heart, aorta, capillaries and veins.
- B.heart, aorta, arteries, veins.
- C.heart, vena cava, arteries and veins.
- D.heart, arteries, capillaries and veins.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (heart, arteries, capillaries and veins.)
Explanation
Blood is pumped by the heart into arteries, passes through capillaries in the tissues and returns in veins.