Question 14
Transport in AnimalsWhich of the following constitutes the cellular components of the mammalian blood?
I. Haemoglobin
II. Erythrocytes
III. Leucocytes
IV. Platelets
- A.I, II and III only
- B.I, III and IV only
- C.II, III and IV only
- D.I, II, III and IV
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (II, III and IV only)
Explanation
The cells (and cell fragments) of blood are red cells (erythrocytes), white cells (leucocytes) and platelets. Haemoglobin is a pigment inside red cells, not a cell.