The respiratory system is responsible for:
A. transporting oxygenated blood throughout the body.
B. ensuring that the body has an adequate supply of red blood cells.
C. removing carbon monoxide from the body.
D. providing oxygen for the body and removing carbon dioxide.
Answer: D. providing oxygen for the body and removing carbon dioxide.
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