Question

question 2 (2 points)
where does oxygen release the energy stored in nutrients to provide heat and energy for body functioning?
a) cells throughout the body
b) blood in the capillaries
c) alveoli in the lungs
d) lymph surrounding tissues

Explanation:

Cellular respiration, which releases energy from nutrients using oxygen, occurs in cells throughout the body. Capillaries transport oxygen - rich blood, alveoli are for gas - exchange in the lungs, and lymph is part of the immune system and not the site of energy - release from nutrients.

Answer:

A. Cells throughout the body