Multiple Choice
Which statement best describes the unique features of the pulmonary circulatory system?
A) It is a dual system that accommodates large volumes of blood at low pressure.Bronchial circulation arises from the aorta to nourish lung tissue,whereas the pulmonary circulation brings deoxygenated blood to the gas-exchanging units.
B) It is a dual system that accommodates large volumes of blood at high pressure.Bronchial circulation arises from the aorta to nourish lung tissue,whereas the pulmonary circulation brings deoxygenated blood to the gas-exchanging units.
C) It is a dual system that accommodates steady,small volumes of blood at low pressure.Bronchial circulation arises from the aorta to nourish lung tissue,whereas the pulmonary circulation brings deoxygenated blood to the gas-exchanging units.
D) It is a dual system that accommodates large volumes of blood at low pressure.Bronchial circulation arises from the right ventricle to nourish lung tissue,whereas the pulmonary circulation brings deoxygenated blood to the gas-exchanging units.
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