Blood Flashcards
1
Q
What is blood?
A
Transports respiratory gases, nutrients, and
wastes
Involved with many aspects of homeostasis
2
Q
What are the components of the blood?
A
Plasma
Formed elements
3
Q
What are the formed elements of the blood?
A
Red blood cells
White blood cells
Platelets
4
Q
What are red blood cells?
A
Cells that transport oxygen
5
Q
What are white blood cells?
A
Cells that fight infecton
6
Q
What are platelets?
A
Cell fragments involved in blood clotting