Blood and pH Flashcards
1
Q
What are some functions of the blood?
A
carry oxygen, transport carbon dioxide, carry heat around the body and prevent blood loss.
2
Q
Blood reservoir of veins is?
A
64%
3
Q
Blood reservoir of arteries are?
A
13%
4
Q
Blood reservoir of pulmonary vessels are?
A
9%
5
Q
Blood reservoirs of the heart/ capillaries are?
A
7%
6
Q
What is the pH of blood?
A
7.35-7.45
7
Q
Acidosis is?
A
the more hydrogen ion.
8
Q
What are the thrombocytes?
A
platelets.
9
Q
What are erythrocytes?
A
red cells.
10
Q
What are leucocytes?
A
white cells.
11
Q
What are plasma?
A
fluid element.
12
Q
Where are erythrocytes formed?
A
in the bone marrow
13
Q
What is the life span of erythrocytes?
A
105-120 days.
14
Q
What do erythrocytes help?
A
to maintain a normal pH and give the blood its viscosity.
15
Q
Leucocytes have how many types?
A
five.
