Blood

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What are the main components of blood?

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Blood is made up of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

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To transport oxygen around the body and to the muscles.

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What type of evidence is blood typing considered?

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Class evidence.

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What is the role of white blood cells?

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To fight infections.

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What are platelets responsible for?

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Platelets are responsible for blood clotting.

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What is plasma?

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

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How do red blood cells obtain oxygen?

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Red blood cells obtain oxygen in the lungs and transport it to tissues throughout the body.

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What is the significance of blood typing in forensic science?

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Blood typing helps to narrow down potential suspects by matching blood evidence to known blood types.

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What is the difference between individual evidence and class evidence?

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Individual evidence can be linked to a specific source, while class evidence can only be associated with a group.

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What is the process of blood coagulation?

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Blood coagulation is the process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a blood clot.