blood Flashcards
1
Q
what is the function and adaptation of plasma?
A
plasma is a yellow liquid that transports carbon dioxide, take nutrients, hormones, and proteins to the parts of the body that need it.
2
Q
what is the function and adaptations of the red blood cells?
A
red blood cells carry oxygen around the body. to help them do this they have no nucleus to make more space to carry haemoglobin and have a biconcave shape to flow smoothly
3
Q
what is the function and adaptations of white blood cells?
A
white blood cells fight infections from pathologens and stop disease. they produce antibodies, engulf harmful bacteria and produce antitoxins.
4
Q
what is the function and adaptations of platelets?
A
platelets are small fragments of cells with no nucleus, they help to clot blood
