Blood & Transport Flashcards
1
Q
What is haemoglobin?
A
A protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen for transport.
2
Q
What is a transport medium?
A
A fluid that carries substances (e.g., blood in humans, haemolymph in insects).
3
Q
What are erythrocytes?
A
Red blood cells that transport oxygen via haemoglobin.
4
Q
What are leukocytes?
A
White blood cells involved in immune response.
5
Q
What is plasma?
A
The liquid portion of blood, carrying nutrients, hormones, and waste.
6
Q
What are platelets?
A
Cell fragments that aid in blood clotting.
