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What is the main function of red blood cells?
Which component of blood is responsible for fighting infections?
What is the liquid component of blood that carries various substances around the body?
What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
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What is the mineral that contributes to the hardness of bones?
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Which type of bone marrow is responsible for producing blood cells?
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Study Notes
Blood System
- Red blood cells (RBCs) primarily function to carry oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.
- White blood cells (WBCs) are responsible for fighting infections.
- Plasma, the liquid component of blood, carries various substances, such as proteins, nutrients, and waste products, around the body.
Skeletal System
- The primary function of the skeletal system is to provide support, protection, and movement for the body.
- Calcium is the mineral that contributes to the hardness of bones.
- Yellow bone marrow is responsible for storing energy in the form of fat, while red bone marrow produces blood cells.
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Test your knowledge of body fluids with this quiz! Learn about the main function of red blood cells, the component responsible for fighting infections, and the liquid component of blood that carries various substances around the body. Keep your medical knowledge sharp with this quiz on body fluids.
