Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology - Mastering A and P
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology - Mastering A and P
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ISBN: 9780134555119
Author: Marieb
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 10, Problem 15SAE
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Definition of the formed elements, the category most numerous, and composition of the buffy coat.

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Blood is the only liquid connective tissue in the body. It consists of liquid as well as solid particles, (red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets), which constantly flow through the blood vessels. The liquid part of the blood is known as plasma. The most important liquid part of the blood is plasma, which contains 90% water, suspends blood cells and many other substances, and acts as a medium to transport medium for delivering nutrients to the cells of the various organs of the body.

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