Blood/Body Systems H 24/25

Front

What is a group of similar cells that come together to perform a specific function?

Back

Tissue

Front

Which blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to all body cells?

Back

Red blood cells

Front

What type of cells have a deformed crescent shape and can block blood vessels?

Back

Sickled red blood cells

Front

What is the correct order of organization in living things from most basic to most complex?

Back

Cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism

Front

What do we call a group of cells that have similar functions, such as nervous, epithelial, muscle, and connective?

Back

Tissues

Front

What is the function of red blood cells?

Back

To carry oxygen from the lungs to the body's cells.

Front

What are the main components of blood?

Back

Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

Front

What is the role of white blood cells in the body?

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To fight infections and protect the body against diseases.

Front

What are platelets and what is their function?

Back

Platelets are cell fragments that help in blood clotting.

Front

What is an organ system?

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A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions.