Anatomy and physiology (Blood)

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What is the function of blood

  • It transports oxygen and nutrients throughout the body

  • Helps fight infection by clotting

  • Carries waste such a carbon dioxide

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How do blood vessels move through the body

The pumping action of the heart

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Why is blood used

Blood is the only way substances can be transported throughout the body

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  • What are the four components of blood

  • Plasma (55% mainly water)

  • Red blood cells (Erythrocytes )(45%)contains hemoglobin

  • White blood cells (Leukocytes ) (<1%) Immune system

  • Platelets (Thrombocytes)(<1) Blood clotting

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