why does man has more blood than woman?

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why does man has more blood than woman?

2007-03-04 08:10:02 · 3 answers · asked by jaryllechu 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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The difference is approximately 1 L and most likely due to generally increased muscle mass and size, thus requirement of greater oxygen.

2007-03-04 08:20:04 · answer #1 · answered by uabbiophys 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋

In addition to the two very good answers in front of mine, I would add that the general size of the body requires more blood. On the average, men are larger, thus on the average, they will have more blood.

2007-03-04 09:14:15 · answer #2 · answered by rac 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

they don't get monthly periods.

2007-03-04 08:21:23 · answer #3 · answered by SweetNurse 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋