Forensics: Blood Part I

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What is the primary function of Red Blood Cells (RBCs)?

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Red Blood Cells contain hemoglobin and supply the body with oxygen.

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What is Plasma in the context of blood?

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Plasma is the liquid part of blood made mostly of water, in which nutrients, minerals, and oxygen are dissolved.

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What type of evidence is blood classified as in forensic science?

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Blood is considered Class evidence.

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What is agglutination in relation to blood?

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Agglutination is the clumping of red blood cells caused by antibodies binding to antigens.

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What is the blood type of a suspect if they have B antigens and no Rh factor?

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The blood type is B-.

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What are the components of blood?

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Blood is composed of Red Blood Cells, White Blood Cells, Platelets, and Plasma.

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What role do White Blood Cells play in the body?

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White Blood Cells are part of the immune system and help the body fight infections.

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What is the function of Platelets in blood?

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Platelets are involved in blood clotting and help prevent bleeding.

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What is the significance of blood type in forensics?

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Blood type can help narrow down suspects and link individuals to crime scenes.

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What is the difference between Class evidence and Individual evidence?

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Class evidence can be linked to a group, while Individual evidence can be traced to a single source.