Blood: Characteristics and Functions

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What is the main function of plasma proteins in the blood?

  • Transport respiratory gases
  • Help maintain blood pH within normal range
  • Act as a barrier against pathogens
  • Contribute to osmotic pressure and serve as blood buffer (correct)

Which part of the blood is composed mainly of water and serves as a transport medium for nutrients and waste products?

  • White blood cells
  • Platelets
  • Red blood cells
  • Plasma (correct)

Why do the formed elements composed of living cells settle at the bottom after centrifugation?

  • They are heavier than other components due to the presence of plasma proteins.
  • They are denser than the yellow liquid above them. (correct)
  • They are lighter than the plasma due to being mostly water and solutes.
  • They have a higher water content compared to other components.

Which component of blood helps protect the body from pathogens?

<p>Antibodies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of albumin in blood?

<p>Contributes to osmotic pressure and acts as a blood buffer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the composition of blood vary as cells exchange substances with it?

<p>To adjust protein levels based on metabolic demands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pH of blood?

<p>7.35-7.45 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of blood is responsible for carrying oxygen?

<p>Erythrocytes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate volume of blood in a healthy adult?

<p>5-6 liters (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do erythrocytes settle when blood is separated into its components?

<p>At the bottom (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of blood is termed as the only fluid tissue in the human body?

<p>Plasma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for blood temperature?

<p>37oC - 38oC (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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