SOLUTIONS TO EXERCISES, LESSON 2
1.
b
c
2.
b
d
3.
c
Very small vessels that provide exchange areas. (para 2-4d)
4.
c
5.
d
The clear fluid portion of the blood which accounts for approximately
6.
c
Biconcave discs which contain hemoglobin, a protein responsible
for carrying most of the oxygen transported by the blood.
7.
a
The blood vessels which carry blood to the chambers of the
8.
d
9.
b
The force exerted by the blood as it is pumped throughout the
10.
e
11.
b
A hereditary disease characterized by a lack of one of the
factors necessary for the clotting of the blood. (para 2-11e)
12.
c
A disease of the white blood cell forming tissue characterized
13.
a
A condition characterized by a loss of elasticity or hardening
14.
d
The property of the cardiac muscle which allows cardiac muscle
cells to beat separately without any stimulation. (para 2-16a)
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