Three substances that are commonly transported in living organisms are:
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Oxygen (O2) - In animals, oxygen is transported by hemoglobin in red blood cells, while in plants, it may be transported through the air spaces within leaves during the process of respiration.
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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) - This waste product of cellular respiration is transported in the bloodstream of animals, primarily in the form of bicarbonate ions (HCO3-), and in plants, it is absorbed for photosynthesis.
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Nutrients - Various nutrients, including glucose, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, are transported in the bloodstream of animals and through xylem and phloem in plants to nourish cells and support growth.