Asked by Jordan Huggins on Jul 25, 2024
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This blood component contains hemoglobin.
A) red blood cells
B) neutrophils
C) platelets
D) plasma proteins
Red Blood Cells
The cells in the blood responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the body tissues and carbon dioxide back to the lungs.
Hemoglobin
A protein in red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the body's organs and tissues and bringing back carbon dioxide from them for expulsion.
- Determine the configuration and traits of various blood cells.
Verified Answer
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Humaira' YusofJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Red blood cells contain hemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.
The other choices are incorrect:
B) Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that play a role in immune defense against bacterial infections.
C) Platelets are small fragments of cells that help in blood clotting.
D) Plasma proteins are a diverse group of proteins found in the liquid part of blood (plasma) and play a variety of roles, including clotting and immune defense.
The other choices are incorrect:
B) Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that play a role in immune defense against bacterial infections.
C) Platelets are small fragments of cells that help in blood clotting.
D) Plasma proteins are a diverse group of proteins found in the liquid part of blood (plasma) and play a variety of roles, including clotting and immune defense.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the configuration and traits of various blood cells.