Which of the following describes a function of pulmonary circulation?

a. Breakdown of angiotensin II
b. Filtering of blood clots
c. Production of erythropoietin
d. Regulation of breathing


ANS: B
The third function is nonrespiratory and participates in the production, processing, and clearance of a large variety of chemicals and blood clots.

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