Biology: Cellular Structure
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What is a characteristic of WBCs compared to RBCs?

  • Same size
  • Larger in size (correct)
  • Variable in size
  • Smaller in size

    • How many main categories of WBCs are there?

  • Four
  • Five
  • Two (correct)
  • Three

    • What are the five types of WBCs categorized into?

  • Neutrophils and platelets
  • Eosinophils and basophils
  • Lymphocytes and monocytes
  • Granulocytes and agranulocytes (correct)

    • What can be said about the five types of WBCs?

    <p>They fall under two main categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of WBCs?

    <p>They come in different types</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size of eosinophils in diameter?

    <p>12 - 17 µm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do eosinophils compare in size to red blood cells?

    <p>Eosinophils are about 3 times the size of red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size of neutrophils in diameter?

    <p>Less than 12 µm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do eosinophils compare in size to other cells?

    <p>Eosinophils are larger than neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference in size between eosinophils and red blood cells?

    <p>Eosinophils are 3 times larger than red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the origin of platelets in the body?

    <p>Fragments of large cells called megakaryocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are megakaryocytes produced in the body?

    <p>Bone marrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of megakaryocytes in the body?

    <p>Producing platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between platelets and megakaryocytes?

    <p>Platelets are fragments of megakaryocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of platelets in the body?

    <p>Forming blood clots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basic unit of life?

    <p>Cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do cells form when grouped together?

    <p>Tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do tissues form when grouped together?

    <p>Organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest level of organization in an organism?

    <p>Organ systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between organs and organ systems?

    <p>Organs are part of organ systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of smooth muscle cells?

    <p>Actin and myosin are arranged more randomly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of adipocytes?

    <p>To store energy in the form of fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another term for adipocytes?

    <p>Lipocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe smooth muscle?

    <p>Non-striated muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tissue do adipocytes store energy in?

    <p>Adipose tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

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