Blood Flashcards
1
Q
What is the role of a red blood cell
A
Carry oxygen through the blood
2
Q
How many components are in the blood
A
4
3
Q
Name all the main components in blood
A
Red blood cell, white blood cell, plasma , platelets
4
Q
What is the role of the white blood cells
A
Kill microorganisms
5
Q
What is the role of platelets
A
Help heal open wounds
6
Q
What is the role of plasma
A
Transport dissolved substances
7
Q
What are the 4 main things found in plasma
A
Waste products, nutrients, hormones, anti body’s
8
Q
Where is blood pumped from
A
The heart
9
Q
How do white blood cells kill microorganisms
A
Engulfing them , producing anti body’s
10
Q
How is the red blood cell adapted for its role
A
Large surface area
