components of blood

Question 1

what is the function of red blood cells?

Answer 1

it transports oxygen around the body using haemoglobin

Question 2

what is the function of white blood cells?

Answer 2

it defends against infection by producing antibodies, antitoxins and engulfing pathogens

Question 3

what is the function of platelets?

Answer 3

it clots the blood to form a scab

Question 4

what is the function of plasma

Answer 4

it transports CO2 - carbon dioxide, urea, hormones, proteins, antibodies, and antitoxins