Permitting the passage of nutrients and gases between the blood and tissue cells is the primary function of ________
A) veins
B) arteries
C) capillaries
D) arterioles
C
Explanation:
A) Veins do not allow the exchange of nutrients and gases.
B) Arteries do not allow the exchange of nutrients and gases.
D) Arterioles do not allow the exchange of nutrients and gases.
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