BLOOD Worksheet Questions
Directions: Observe the drawing of a blood vessel with blood cells traveling through it and read the information
about each type of blood cell. Use textual evidence to answer the following questions.
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Identify the three types of blood cells. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2.
Identify another name for red blood cells. __________________________________________________________________________________________
3.
Describe the function of red blood cells.
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4.
Describe the shape of red blood cells.
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5.
Identify another name for white blood cells. ___________________________________________________________________________________
6.
Describe the function of white blood cells.
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7.
Describe the shape of white blood cells.
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8.
Identify another name for platelets. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
9.
Describe the function of platelets.
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10. Place the blood cells in correct sequence from largest to smallest.
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11. Identify the liquid that transports red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. _____________________________________________________
12. Identify other substances that are transported by plasma.
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13. Draw two blood cells in each box below.
RED BLOOD CELLS
WHITE BLOOD CELLS
PLATELETS
Critical Thinking:
After a blood test, your doctor informs you that your white blood cell count is high. Explain what is possible
occurring.