Blood- Components

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What are the main components of blood?

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The main components of blood are red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma, and platelets.

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What is the function of white blood cells?

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White blood cells are the protectors of the body and help fight off diseases and infections.

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What is plasma?

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Plasma is the fluid portion of blood that carries blood cells, glucose, proteins, fats, and wastes throughout the body.

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Which component of blood is responsible for transporting oxygen?

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Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body.

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What is the role of platelets in blood?

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Platelets are involved in blood clotting, helping to stop bleeding when injuries occur.

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Which component of blood is not a major part of human blood?

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Epithelial cells are not a major component of blood in humans.

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How do white blood cells protect the body?

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White blood cells protect the body by identifying and attacking pathogens such as bacteria and viruses.

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What is the significance of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

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Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen and carries it from the lungs to the rest of the body.

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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

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The primary function of red blood cells is to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and return carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.

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What happens during blood clotting?

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During blood clotting, platelets gather at the site of an injury and form a plug to stop bleeding, while clotting factors help to stabilize the plug.