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what function do capillaries serve in the cardiovascular system? a. carry blood to the brain b. return blood to the lungs c. help control body temperature d. replace old blood cells please select the best answer from the choices provided.
Capillaries play a role in thermoregulation. They can dilate or constrict to adjust heat loss or retention, helping control body temperature. Blood to the brain is carried by arteries like the carotid arteries. Blood returns to the lungs via the pulmonary arteries for oxygenation. Old blood - cells are replaced in the bone marrow.
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C. help control body temperature