Understanding Blood Composition

What is the liquid matrix of blood called?

• Plasma

• Hemoglobin

• Platelets

• Serum

Which type of blood cell is responsible for transporting oxygen?

• Red blood cells

• White blood cells

• Platelets

• Plasma cells

What do white blood corpuscles (WBCs) primarily do?

• WBCs are responsible for blood clotting.

• WBCs primarily transport oxygen throughout the body.

• WBCs mainly produce hormones for growth.

• WBCs primarily defend the body against infections and foreign invaders.

Name one component found in blood plasma.

• glucose

• cholesterol

• hemoglobin

• albumin

What role do platelets play in the body?

• Platelets transport oxygen to tissues.

• Platelets are responsible for nutrient absorption.

• Platelets help in blood clotting and stopping bleeding.

• Platelets produce hormones for growth.

How does blood help in transporting hormones?

• Blood transports hormones only through nerve signals.

• Hormones are absorbed directly into the skin from the blood.

• Blood helps in transporting hormones by carrying them from endocrine glands to target cells via the circulatory system.

• Blood carries hormones exclusively to the lungs for filtration.

What waste materials does blood carry away from cells?

• Oxygen, glucose, and proteins

• Hormones, vitamins, and minerals

• Carbon dioxide, urea, and lactic acid

• Salts, water, and enzymes

What is the primary function of red blood corpuscles (RBCs)?

• To regulate body temperature.

• To aid in digestion of food.

• To produce hormones for the body.

• The primary function of red blood corpuscles (RBCs) is to transport oxygen and carbon dioxide.

Which substances are dissolved in blood plasma?

• Bacteria, viruses, red blood cells, platelets

• Carbon dioxide, glucose, vitamins, enzymes

• Water, electrolytes, proteins, nutrients, hormones, waste products

• Oxygen, carbon monoxide, fats, minerals

How does blood contribute to the body's overall function?

• Blood is mainly responsible for digestion and nutrient absorption.

• Blood primarily serves as a source of energy for muscles.

• Blood acts as a storage medium for excess fat in the body.

• Blood contributes to the body's overall function by transporting essential substances, regulating temperature, and supporting immune function.