Blood

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What carries oxygen around the body?

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Red Blood Cells (RBCs) are responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

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What makes up around 55% of the blood?

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Plasma is the liquid component of blood, making up about 55% of its total volume.

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Which cell releases antibodies to the blood?

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Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell that produce antibodies to help fight infections.

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Which cell engulfs and digests bacteria/pathogens?

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Phagocytes are white blood cells that protect the body by ingesting harmful foreign particles, bacteria, and dead or dying cells.

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Where are platelets made?

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Platelets are produced in the bone marrow from megakaryocytes.

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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 is the role of plasma in the blood?

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Plasma serves as the medium for transporting nutrients, hormones, proteins, 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 phagocytes, which play crucial roles in the immune response.

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What is hemoglobin and its function?

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Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen and carries it through the bloodstream.

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What is the function of platelets in the blood?

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Platelets are essential for blood clotting and help prevent excessive bleeding when injuries occur.