Which component of blood is responsible for carrying oxygen to the body tissues?
A.
Platelets
B.
White blood cells
C.
Red blood cells
D.
Plasma
Correct answer is C
Red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes, are responsible for carrying oxygen to the body tissues. They contain a protein called hemoglobin, which binds to oxygen in the lungs and transports it to other parts of the body.
