U1 Activity 8 Blood Check In

Fill in the blank: Blood plasma is primarily composed of _______.

Explain how blood might help the body to respond to an illness or injury.

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Describe the role of blood plasma in the body.

Fill in the blank: White blood cells are primarily involved in _______.

Which component of blood is responsible for clotting?

• Red blood cells

• White blood cells

• Platelets

• Plasma

Which of the following is NOT a function of blood?

• Transporting oxygen

• Producing hormones

• Fighting infections

• Clotting wounds

What percentage of blood plasma is made up of food particles?

• 1%

• 7%

• 45%

• 92%

What is the primary function of red blood cells in the body?

• To fight infections

• To carry oxygen

• To transport nutrients

• To form clots

What is the approximate percentage of blood volume made up by red blood cells in humans?

• 1%

• 44%

• 55%

• 92%

What percent of blood is liquid?

• 43%

• 55%

• 2%

• 57%