Activity 3.1 COMPLETE ME (Critical Thinking)
Study the diagram; choose the correct word from the word bank below to complete the sentences that describe the blood vessels and the components of blood.
Red Blood Cells (erythrocytes)
Red blood cells transport oxygen and to and from the cells.
White Blood Cells (leucocytes)
Leucocytes attack any bacteria or viruses that enter the body.
Blood Vessels
Arteries carry blood from the heart.
Veins carry blood with carbon dioxide from the to the heart.
Capillaries have thin so gases and materials can pass through easily.
Plasma
A yellow liquid made up of 90% . Plasma carries to the body and to the kidney.
Word Bank
carbon dioxide infection nutrients bleeding attack oxygen waste walls body water
Platelets (thrombocytes)
Particles that join together to stop , repair and regenerate damaged tissue.