Understanding Blood
A worksheet for Grade 6 science students to learn about the components and functions of blood.
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Understanding Blood
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
1. Which component of blood is responsible for carrying oxygen?
White blood cells
Red blood cells
Platelets
Plasma
2. What is the main function of white blood cells?
Clotting blood
Fighting infection
Carrying nutrients
Transporting oxygen
3. The liquid part of blood is called .
4. are tiny cells that help blood to clot when you get a cut.
5. Briefly describe the role of red blood cells in the body.
6. Platelets are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.
True
False
7. Label the different components of blood in the diagram below:

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