Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Blood

Blood — practice question

In humans, red blood cells come from stem cells. Fig. 3.1 illustrates the process by which a red blood cell is formed and becomes specialised.
(a)[6]

Use the information in Fig. 3.1 to describe how red blood cells are made and explain how they are adapted for their function.

(b)[1]

Red blood cells are carried within the liquid portion of blood. State the name of this liquid portion.

(c)[2]

Stem cells are also located beneath the outer skin layer. Explain why stem cells are present in the skin.

(d(i))[1]

State which nutrient is missing from the diet in this case.

(d(ii))[2]

State two symptoms of anaemia.

(e)[4]

Describe what causes this type of anaemia.

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