Components of Blood Worksheet
An educational worksheet for Grade 8 Science students covering the components and functions of blood.
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Components of Blood Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided image to help you answer questions where indicated.
Observe the diagram below showing the different components of blood.
1. Which component of blood is primarily responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body?
Plasma
White blood cells
Red blood cells
Platelets
2. Which component of blood helps to fight infections and other diseases?
Plasma
White blood cells
Red blood cells
Platelets
1. The liquid matrix of blood, which makes up about 55% of its volume, is called .
2. Small, irregularly shaped cell fragments that help in blood clotting are known as .
3. The protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen is called .
1. Platelets are responsible for carrying oxygen to the body's tissues.
True
False
2. White blood cells are larger than red blood cells.
True
False
1. Describe the primary function of plasma in the blood.
2. Explain how platelets contribute to preventing excessive blood loss.
Match each blood component with its main function.
1. Red Blood Cells
a. Blood clotting
2. White Blood Cells
b. Transport oxygen
3. Platelets
c. Fight infection
4. Plasma
d. Transports nutrients and waste
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