Question

Question

The functions of the respiratory system are (Select all that apply)
(1 point)
Responses

to pump blood to the body.
to pump blood to the body.

to deliver oxygen to the body.
to deliver oxygen to the body.

to remove carbon dioxide from the body.
to remove carbon dioxide from the body.

to absorb nutrients.
to absorb nutrients.

Answer 1

The correct functions of the respiratory system are:

• to deliver oxygen to the body.
• to remove carbon dioxide from the body.

Therefore, select these two responses. The other options regarding pumping blood and absorbing nutrients are not functions of the respiratory system.