Roles of the Blood

What is the function of blood vessels?

• Pumps blood to the lungs and the whole body

• Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide

• Transport blood to the whole body

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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

• Transport oxygen

• Fight infections

• Clot blood

• Regulate temperature

Which component of blood is responsible for clotting?

• Red blood cells

• White blood cells

• Platelets

• Plasma

What is the main role of white blood cells?

• Transport nutrients

• Fight infections

• Carry oxygen

• Regulate pH

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How does blood help in regulating body temperature?

• By transporting oxygen

• By dilating or constricting blood vessels

• By fighting infections

• By clotting

Which part of the blood carries hormones throughout the body?

• Red blood cells

• White blood cells

• Platelets

• Plasma

What is the liquid component of blood called?

• Plasma

• Platelets

• Red blood cells

• White blood cells

How does blood maintain pH balance in the body?

• By transporting carbon dioxide

• By using buffers

• By clotting

• By fighting infections

What role does blood play in the immune system?

• Carries oxygen

• Transports nutrients

• Contains white blood cells

• Regulates temperature

Which of the following is a function of blood plasma?

• Clotting

• Carrying oxygen

• Transporting nutrients

• Fighting infections