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What is the extracellular matrix of blood called?
What is the extracellular matrix of blood called?
- Cell mix
- Blood layer
- Fluid matrix
- Blood plasma (correct)
How much is the total blood volume in an average-sized adult male?
How much is the total blood volume in an average-sized adult male?
- ~80 mL/kg body weight
- ~4 to 5 liters
- ~5 to 6 liters (correct)
- ~70 mL/kg body weight
What are the two main components of whole blood?
What are the two main components of whole blood?
- Formed elements and water
- Cells and blood vessels
- Liquid plasma and dissolved gases
- Blood plasma and formed elements (correct)
Which function does blood serve in the body?
Which function does blood serve in the body?
What is the reason for the gender difference in total blood volume between adult males and females?
What is the reason for the gender difference in total blood volume between adult males and females?
What is the major function of red blood cells (erythrocytes) according to the text?
What is the major function of red blood cells (erythrocytes) according to the text?
How does blood aid in the regulation of pH according to the text?
How does blood aid in the regulation of pH according to the text?
What is the role of buffers in regulating pH as mentioned in the text?
What is the role of buffers in regulating pH as mentioned in the text?
How does blood help adjust body temperature according to the text?
How does blood help adjust body temperature according to the text?
What is the primary role of white blood cells in the immune system based on the text?
What is the primary role of white blood cells in the immune system based on the text?
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