Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305389892
Author: Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Blood is the body fluid that contains blood cells suspended in blood plasma. It transports nutrients, gases, and salts within the body. It also maintains body homeostasis with the external environment. Types of blood cells are erythrocytes, leukocytes, and blood platelets.

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