Components of Blood

What is the liquid component of blood called?

• serum

• hemoglobin

• platelets

• plasma

Which type of blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen?

• Red blood cells

• Plasma

• Platelets

• White blood cells

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What is the function of platelets in blood?

• Blood clotting and preventing excessive bleeding

• Producing red blood cells

• Regulating blood pressure

• Transporting oxygen in the blood

Which type of blood cells are responsible for fighting infections?

• Platelets

• Red blood cells

• White blood cells

• Plasma

What is the function of red blood cells in blood?

• Storing nutrients

• Carrying oxygen and removing carbon dioxide

• Regulating blood pressure

• Producing antibodies

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What is the function of white blood cells in blood?

• Producing red blood cells

• Transporting oxygen in the body

• Protecting the body against infections and foreign substances

• Breaking down food particles

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What is the process of blood clotting called?

• thrombosis

• coagulation

• hemolysis

• agglutination

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What is the function of plasma in blood?

• Plasma is involved in the clotting of blood.

• Plasma helps in maintaining body temperature.

• Plasma carries nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

• Plasma is responsible for producing red blood cells.

Which component of blood gives it the red color?

• plasma

• platelets

• hemoglobin

• white blood cells

What is the average lifespan of a red blood cell?

• 10 days

• 30 days

• 120 days

• 1 year