Inflamed tissue turns red because ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: there is an increased blood flow to the injured tissues due to dilation of arterioles in the injured area

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Suppose an animal cell was placed in a beaker of solution. The cell immediately began to swell and ultimately burst. Why did this happen?

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The ________ is the organ that delivers oxygen and nutrients and removes carbon dioxide and wastes for the embryo and later fetus

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following statements about organellar movement in the cell is false?

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