Blood Components Quiz

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Which component of whole blood is the least dense?

Platelets

Plasma (correct)

Buffy coat

Leukocytes

What is the main composition of the buffy coat in whole blood?

Leukocytes (correct)

Plasma

Platelets

Red blood cells

Which component of whole blood is responsible for clotting?

Plasma

Red blood cells

Platelets (correct)

Leukocytes

What is the percentage of plasma in whole blood?

55% Signup and view all the answers

What does the buffy coat in whole blood consist of?

Leukocytes and platelets Signup and view all the answers

What is the least dense component of whole blood?

Plasma Signup and view all the answers

Match the components of whole blood with their descriptions:

Plasma = Fluid portion of blood containing water, electrolytes, and proteins Buffy coat = Contains leukocytes and platelets Red blood cells = Carry oxygen and carbon dioxide Platelets = Responsible for blood clotting Signup and view all the answers

Match the following blood components with their respective percentages in whole blood:

Plasma = 55% Buffy coat = Less than 1% Red blood cells = 45% Platelets = Less than 1% Signup and view all the answers

Match the functions of blood components with their respective descriptions:

Red blood cells = Transport oxygen to body tissues and remove carbon dioxide Platelets = Assist in blood clotting to prevent excessive bleeding Plasma = Carries nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body Buffy coat = Contains white blood cells that defend against infections Signup and view all the answers