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Hypemic (anaemic) hypoxia is caused by:

A

altitude

B

a reduction in the blood's ability to carry oxygen (e.g., CO poisoning, anaemia)

C

poor circulation

D

cell poisoning

B

a reduction in the blood's ability to carry oxygen (e.g., CO poisoning, anaemia)✓ Correct Answer

Explanation

Hypemic hypoxia occurs when the blood cannot carry sufficient oxygen, as in carbon monoxide poisoning or severe anaemia.

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