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?

    <p>55%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the buffy coat in whole blood consist of?

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

    What is the least dense component of whole blood?

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

    Match the components of whole blood with their descriptions:

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

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

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

    Match the functions of blood components with their respective descriptions:

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

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