Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Introduction: The blood contains red blood cells, which carry the oxygen and nutrients to the body tissues. Red blood cells contain a protein called hemoglobin that binds the oxygen to it and circulate it throughout the body.

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To determine: The process by which the remaining oxygen is transported to the cells.

Introduction: The red blood cells carry the oxygen and nutrients and oxygen to the body tissues. Red blood cells contain a protein called hemoglobin which binds oxygen to it and carries it throughout the body.

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