Chapter 5 Haemopoietic System Question Answer Bank
Chapter 5 Haemopoietic System LONG ESSAYS (10Marks) 1. Describe the constituents of blood and their functions. Answer: PLASMA When formed elements are removed from the blood, a straw-colored liquid called blood plasma is left. OTHER SOLUTES (1.5%) ELECTROLYTES Inorganic salts. Positively charges ions(cations) include Na+,K+,Ca+,Mg2+; Negatively charged ions(anions) include Cl-,HPO42-,SO42-,HCO3-. Help maintain osmotic pressure and …