04.1A Composition & Functions of Blood

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What part of blood carries hemoglobin?

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Red blood cells are responsible for carrying hemoglobin, which binds oxygen for transport throughout the body.

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Which white blood cell initiates the inflammation response and is involved in allergic responses?

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Basophils are a type of white blood cell that play a key role in initiating inflammation and are involved in allergic reactions.

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The blood protein that helps to maintain water in the blood is called ______.

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Albumin is a protein in blood plasma that helps maintain osmotic pressure and keeps water in the bloodstream.

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The primary purpose of platelets is to ______.

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Platelets are primarily responsible for creating clots to stop bleeding.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a characteristic of white blood cells?

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Multinucleate is not a characteristic of white blood cells; they typically have a single nucleus.

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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Red blood cells transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carry carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

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What role do neutrophils play in the immune system?

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Neutrophils are white blood cells that primarily function to fight off infections by engulfing and destroying pathogens.

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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, allowing for efficient oxygen transport in the bloodstream.

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What is the function of plasma in blood?

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Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

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What are the two main types of white blood cells?

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The two main types of white blood cells are lymphocytes and myeloid cells, which include neutrophils, basophils, and eosinophils.