JAMB Biology 2013 Question 26

Question 26

Transport in Animals

Which of the following helps in the clotting of blood?

  1. A.White blood cells.
  2. B.Plasma.
  3. C.Platelets.
  4. D.Red blood cells.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Platelets.)

Explanation

Platelets release thrombokinase at a wound, starting the reactions that turn fibrinogen into a fibrin clot.