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A Friend Has Been Asked to Be a Bone Marrow

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A friend has been asked to be a bone marrow donor for her sister.She tells you that her sister has low red blood cell counts that drop more every day.Your friend doesn't understand why blood transfusion wouldn't work without having to do a bone marrow treatment.How would you explain the need for the bone marrow donation to your friend?


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Deposited

The process by which sediments, minerals, and other substances are laid down or settled in a new location.

Slowing

The reduction in speed or rate of an activity or process.

Current

A directional movement of water, which can be caused by temperature, salinity differences, wind, or tidal forces in the ocean.

Sediment

Particles or fragments of rocks, minerals, or organic materials that have been transported and deposited by wind, water, or ice.

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