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Which type of white blood cell is important for virus infection?
What is the characteristic appearance of erythrocytes?
Which white blood cell type has granules that obscure the nucleus?
What is the role played by platelets in the body?
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What are the two major types of white blood cells?
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Which of the following is a part of the upper respiratory tract?
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Where are the organs of the upper respiratory tract located?
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Which structure is essential to human speech?
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What is the function of the sinuses?
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What is the role of the pharynx?
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Study Notes
Blood Composition
- Blood is a specialized type of connective tissue.
- It consists of two main components: plasma (55%) and formed blood elements (45%).
Plasma
- Plasma is the largest part of blood, making up 55% of its overall content.
- It is a light-yellow liquid when separated from the rest of the blood.
- Plasma carries:
- Water
- Salts
- Enzymes
- Nutrients
- Hormones
- Proteins
- The main role of plasma is to:
- Transport nutrients, hormones, and proteins to the body's parts
- Remove waste products from the body by carrying them away from cells
- Circulate all parts of the blood through the circulatory system
Formed Blood Elements
- Formed blood elements originate from hemopoietic cells.
- They include:
- Red blood cells (RBCs)
- White blood cells (WBCs)
- Platelets
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Description
Test your knowledge of human anatomy with this quiz on "Blood & Lymphatics." Challenge yourself to identify different blood elements, understand the structure of RBCs, recognize different types of WBCs, and grasp the function of platelets, spleen, and lymph nodes. Perfect for students of anatomy and histology.
