Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology (MindTap Course List)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781337392938
Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 44.2, Problem 2LO
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To compare: The structure and function of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.

Introduction: The blood is the fluid connective tissue of the organism and is composed of various cells such as white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets. It also contains the plasma which is the liquid medium in which cells are suspended. These cells help in the transportation process and are produced in the bone marrow.

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