What is the main purpose of the pulmonary circulation?

Practice Questions

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What is the main purpose of the pulmonary circulation?
  1. To supply blood to the body
  2. To exchange gases in the lungs
  3. To transport nutrients
  4. To regulate blood pressure

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the main purpose of the pulmonary circulation?
  • Step 1: Understand that the heart pumps blood throughout the body.
  • Step 2: Recognize that blood needs to pick up oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide.
  • Step 3: Identify that pulmonary circulation is the part of the blood flow that goes to the lungs.
  • Step 4: Realize that in the lungs, blood releases carbon dioxide and absorbs oxygen.
  • Step 5: Conclude that the main purpose of pulmonary circulation is to exchange gases (carbon dioxide and oxygen) in the lungs.
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