Intro to Blood and blood cell notes Flashcardizz

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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

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

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What type of tissue is blood classified as?

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Connective tissue.

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Which component of blood is responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide?

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Red Blood Cells.

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What organ is primarily responsible for breaking down red blood cells?

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Spleen.

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What is the term for the combination of plasma and formed elements in blood?

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Whole blood.

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What is the main component of blood that carries nutrients, hormones, and waste products?

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Plasma.

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What are the two main types of blood cells?

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Red Blood Cells and White Blood Cells.

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

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To fight infections and protect the body from foreign invaders.

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What is the function of platelets in the blood?

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To help with blood clotting.

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What is hemoglobin and its function?

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A protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen and carries it to the body's tissues.