BLOOD quiz #1 Flashcards
1
Q
what does the cardiovascular system consist of?
A
blood
heart
blood vessels
2
Q
blood is what type of tissue?
A
connective
3
Q
what does blood consist of?
A
formed elements (cells and platelets-45%)
liquid matrix (plasma-55%)
4
Q
what is the homeostatic range of blood pH?
A
7.35-7.45
5
Q
what is the average blood volume for males?
A
5-6 litres
6
Q
what is the average blood volume for women?
A
4-5 litres
7
Q
what is plasma?
A
the clear straw coloured portion of blood
8
Q
what does plasma consist of?
A
91.5% water
8.5 % solutes
9
Q
what is serum?
A
plasma minus the clotting proteins
