what are the advantages of red blood cells passing through a capillary one at a time?

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what are the advantages of red blood cells passing through a capillary one at a time?

2006-11-12 02:35:30 · 3 answers · asked by candice H 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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Red cells that group together normally tend to do so in rouleaux; those that stay as individuals will have greater opportunities to absorb oxygen. If they pass through capillaries individually will be more efficient as transporters of oxygen.

2006-11-12 02:59:23 · answer #1 · answered by Rozzy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋

more contact with the cell for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

2006-11-12 02:37:33 · answer #2 · answered by The Cheminator 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋

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2006-11-12 02:45:33 · answer #3 · answered by wave 5 · 0⤊ 4⤋