MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

BLOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What element of blood is responsible for clotting blood?
A
Red Blood Cells
B
White Blood Cells
C
Platelets
D
Plasma
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Platelets (a type of blood cell) and proteins in your plasma (the liquid part of blood) work together to stop the bleeding by forming a clot over the injury.

Detailed explanation-2: -Calcium is a mineral which is important for clotting of blood. It also helps in building strong bones.

Detailed explanation-3: -Platelets play a major role in blood clotting. Normally, when one of your blood vessels is injured, you start to bleed. Your platelets will clot (clump together) to plug the hole in the blood vessel and stop the bleeding.

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