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What change occurs in the number of capillaries due to regular exercise?

1

Decrease in number of capillaries

2

No change in capillaries

3

Increase in number of capillaries

4

Capillaries become less efficient

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Answer and Solution

Answer

C. Increase in number of capillaries

Solution:

Regular exercise increases the number of capillaries, improving blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles. The other options inaccurately describe the effect of exercise on capillary networks.

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