In humans, the plasma comprises what percentage of the blood? a. 45 percent b. 55 percent c. 25 percent d. 90 percent

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In humans, the plasma comprises what percentage of the blood?
a. 45 percent
b. 55 percent
c. 25 percent
d. 90 percent
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Blood is defined as a specialized body fluid that circulates continuously and carries nutrients, oxygen, and waste out of the body. Because the majority of blood is liquid and contains countless dispersed cells and proteins, blood is "thicker" than pure water.Transporting nutrients and oxygen to the lungs and other structures is only one of the many functions blood does. Plasma, white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets make up its four main components.

 

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