Blood

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What causes blood type?

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Blood type is caused by proteins on the surface of the Red blood cells.

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What substance reacts with the iron in hemoglobin to glow in the presence of blood?

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Luminol reacts with the iron in hemoglobin to glow in the presence of blood.

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What types of blood can negative blood types donate to?

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Negative blood types can donate to both Negative and Positive blood types.

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Which blood type is the least common?

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Type AB is the least common blood type.

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What makes up around 55% of the blood?

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Plasma makes up around 55% of the blood.

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What are the main components of blood?

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The main components of blood are Plasma, Red Blood Cells, White Blood Cells, and Platelets.

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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 rest of the body and return carbon dioxide from the body to the lungs.

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What is the role of White Blood Cells?

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White Blood Cells are part of the immune system and help the body fight infections.

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What is the function of Platelets?

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Platelets are involved in blood clotting and help prevent bleeding.

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What is the significance of blood plasma?

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Blood plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries cells, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.