Materials, such as nutrients and oxygen, must be transported to every cell in the body in order for cells to be able to maintain homeostasis. Which organ system is involved in the delivery of materials to cells?

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Arely Chung

Biology

23 February, 14:27

Materials, such as nutrients and oxygen, must be transported to every cell in the body in order for cells to be able to maintain homeostasis. Which organ system is involved in the delivery of materials to cells?

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Monica Shepherd · Answer 1

cardiovascular system

Explanation:

Blood, a connective tissue of the cardiovascular system, transports materials to and from cells through a network of blood vessels (i. e., arteries, veins, capillaries). Oxygen is carried by red blood cells, and nutrients are dissolved in the blood's plasma.