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Explain the composition of blood plasma and the components suspended in it.

Blood plasma is a fluid matrix containing proteins, salts, and hormones. It suspends red blood corpuscles (RBCs), white blood corpuscles (WBCs), and platelets.

What are the functions of blood in the body?

Blood flows and transports gases, digested food, hormones, and waste materials to different parts of the body.

Describe the structure and functions of bone as a connective tissue.

Bone forms the framework that supports the body, anchors muscles, and supports the main organs. Its strong and nonflexible nature provides stability and protection.

Explain the composition of the hard matrix in which bone cells are embedded.

<p>The hard matrix is composed of calcium and phosphorus compounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Differentiate between ligaments and tendons as types of connective tissue.

<p>Ligaments connect bones to bones, are very elastic, and contain little matrix. Tendons connect muscles to bones and are fibrous tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of bone being a nonflexible tissue?

<p>It provides strong support for the body and anchors the muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of ligaments in the body?

<p>To connect bones with bones and provide considerable strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of the hard matrix in which bone cells are embedded?

<p>Calcium and phosphorus compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of tendons in the body?

<p>To connect muscles to bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of blood plasma?

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

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