bio chp 9 Flashcards
1
Q
what is blood
A
the main circulating fluid in our body
2
Q
what does blood do
A
it transports co2 and o2, control temperature, transport waste
2
Q
what is the study of blood called
A
hematology
3
Q
features of a rbc
A
it has a biconcave shape, red pigment from haemoglobin and binds o2 molecules
4
Q
features of a wbc
A
it locks haemoglobin, protects the body from diseases and is the biggest cell in blood.
5
Q
features of platelets
A
prevents and stops bleeding by healing wounds, it is colorless
6
Q
features of plasma
A
liquid part of blood that helps it move and distribute nutrients
7
Q
lifespan of rbc
A
120 days
8
Q
lifespan of wbc
A
12-20 days
9
Q
lifespan of platelets
A
7-10 days
10
Q
lifespan of plasma
A
3-5 days
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