Asked by
Jimmie James
on Oct 19, 2024Verified
Water
A) The suspending medium for blood components
B) The most abundant plasma protein
C) A protein that functions in clotting
D) A plasma protein that is involved in immunity
E) Involved in osmosis, membrane potentials, and acid-base balance
Water
A transparent, tasteless, odorless, and nearly colorless chemical substance that is the main constituent of Earth's hydrosphere and the fluids of all known living organisms.
Suspending Medium
A substance in which particles, cells, or molecules are dispersed without being dissolved, often used in scientific experiments and medical diagnostics.
Blood Components
The four primary components of blood: red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma, each serving distinct functions in the body.
- Understand the role and significance of various blood elements such as hemoglobin, hematocrit, and plasma proteins.
Verified Answer
JB
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role and significance of various blood elements such as hemoglobin, hematocrit, and plasma proteins.