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What are the components of the transport system in human beings? What are the functions of these components?

ScienceClass 10CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

The heart, blood and blood vessels are the main components of the transport system in human beings.

Functions of these components

Heart

The heart pumps oxygenated blood throughout the body. It receives deoxygenated blood from the various body parts and sends impure blood to the lungs for oxygenation.

Blood

Blood transports oxygen, nutrients, CO2, and nitrogenous wastes.

Blood vessels

Blood vessels, arteries and veins carry blood to all parts of the body.

Science · Class 10