Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Blood Plasma

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding blood plasma?

• A)It makes up 22% of the proteins in the blood.
• B)Plasma is 91% water.
• C)Nutrients do not dissolve in plasma.
• D)Plasma does not contain suspended particles.
• E)Plasma is a cloudy, whitish liquid.

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