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blood |
Transport Supplies nutrients, O2, & hormones to cells Carries waste away from cells RegulationRegulates temperature,pH,& water balance (helps maintain homeostasis) homeostasis-constant or stable internal environment in an organism Protection Defends against diseases Clots to prevent blood loss |
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plasma |
Liquid part f blood 90%- H2O10%-Salts and Nutrients (glucose, amino acids, fatty acids)Vitamins and Enzymes and Cellular wastes and Proteins |
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red blood cells |
Most numerous cells in the blood-Disk-shaped, thinner, in center, no nucleus Contains hemoglobin (an iron-containing protein that allows for the transport of O2 & Co2 Made by bone marrow-they live about 120 days and then are replaced. |
