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Up to 65% of the body's blood supply is found in __________. A arteries and arterioles B capillaries C veins and venules D heart and lungs

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter7: Circulation: The Heart And Blood Vessels

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8SQ

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Up to 65% of the body's blood supply is found in __________.

	A	arteries and arterioles
	B	capillaries
	C	veins and venules
	D	heart and lungs

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