The connective tissue that transports oxygen and nutrients is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The connective tissue that transports oxygen and nutrients is:
A. Cartilage
B. Blood
C. Bone
D. Adipose
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Blood is a fluid connective tissue that circulates through vessels, transporting oxygen (bound to hemoglobin), nutrients, hormones, and waste products. Bone provides support, cartilage cushions, adipose stores fat.

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