Blood Composition

Question 1

What is the liquid component of blood called?

Answer 1

Plasma

Question 2

True or False: Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What are the cells that help in blood clotting called?

Answer 3

Platelets

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The main function of white blood cells is to _____ the body against infections.

Answer 4

protect

Question 5

Which component of blood contains nutrients, hormones, and waste products?

Answer 5

Plasma

Question 6

What is the term for the percentage of blood volume that is made up of red blood cells?

Answer 6

Hematocrit

Question 7

Multiple Choice: Which type of blood cell is primarily involved in the immune response? A) Red blood cells B) Platelets C) White blood cells D) Plasma

Answer 7

C) White blood cells

Question 8

What is the average lifespan of a red blood cell?

Answer 8

About 120 days

Question 9

True or False: Plasma makes up about 55% of total blood volume.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

Name the protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen.

Answer 10

Hemoglobin