Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

17. The Blood

Erythrocytes: Hemoglobin

Anatomy & Physiology

17. The Blood

Erythrocytes: Hemoglobin

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Multiple Choice

What component of the blood is primarily responsible for transporting oxygen?

Leukocytes

Plasma

Erythrocytes

Platelets

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Understand the function of each blood component: Leukocytes (white blood cells) are primarily involved in immune response, Plasma is the liquid component that carries nutrients, hormones, and waste products, Erythrocytes (red blood cells) are responsible for transporting oxygen, and Platelets are involved in blood clotting.

Focus on the role of Erythrocytes: These cells contain hemoglobin, a protein that binds oxygen molecules. This binding allows erythrocytes to transport oxygen from the lungs to tissues throughout the body.

Consider the structure of hemoglobin: Hemoglobin is composed of four subunits, each containing an iron atom that can bind one oxygen molecule. This structure is crucial for its oxygen-carrying capacity.

Recognize the importance of erythrocytes in oxygen transport: Erythrocytes are uniquely adapted for this function due to their biconcave shape, which increases surface area for oxygen exchange, and their flexibility, allowing them to navigate through narrow capillaries.

Conclude that erythrocytes are the primary component responsible for oxygen transport in the blood, distinguishing them from other blood components that have different primary functions.