Relate the structure and/or function of blood components, such
as blood proteins, RBC's, WBC's, and platelets.
Relate the structure and/or function of blood components, such
as blood proteins, RBC's, WBC's, and platelets.
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RBCs/ Erythrocytes : The red blood cells are responsible for
carrying oxygen to all cells and tissues. They are biconcave in
shape. They have a central pallor and the hemoglobin is located
along the circumference of the cells. They are around 6.2-8.2
microns in diameter and 2-2.5 microns thickness in the thickest
part. They are among the smallest cells in the human body.
WBCs/Leukocytes:They perform a variety of functions but
immunity is the most significant one. They are larger than RBCs.
They are of the following types: neutrophils, eosinophils,
basophils lymphocytes and monocytes. The first three are granular
and thus called granulocytes while the rest two are
agranulocytes.
Platelets: They are also known as thrombocytes. They are
discoid and biconvex with their greatest diameter being 2-3
micrometers. They are responsible for blood clotting.
Blood proteins: They are also known as plasma proteins. All of
them are synthesised in the liver except gamma globulins. They
transport lipids, hormones, vitamins and minerals and also maintain
the plasma oncotic pressure.
Please answer in detail about the structure and nature of the
proteins in blood.
When we get a blood stain on our shirt, why should you rinse it
with cold water and not hot water BEFORE it drys?
Please answer both points of why it should be washed with cold
water and why it should be done before it drys and answer in detail
about the structure and nature of the proteins in blood.
The blood contains numerous components, each with its own
function:
Choose a component of the blood, and describe its role in the
body.
Your response should be a minimum of 100 words,
with in-text citations and references. In addition,
please respond to at least
two other students to add information, present another point of
view, or ask questions.
Describe the structure of the cell membrane. Identify 3
different types of components (proteins, lipids, or carbohydrates)
of your choice that are found within the membrane. What is the
function of the components and why is it located within the
membrane?
Ch. 3: Molecular diversity
Relate the structure of each macromolecule with its
function
Contrast the structure of DNA and RNA
Describe the levels of protein structure and how each level is
determined
Explain the link between protein structure and protein
function
Explain what is denaturation and why it affects protein
function
Explain the structure of lipids and relate it to their
function
Discuss the structure and function of epithelial tissue
including their membrane proteins and explain why this tissue is so
important to the whole organism.
In regards to protein function:
A) For specific DNA binding proteins,
1. what is the structure of a typically DNA binding protein and
how does it interact with DNA?
2. why is there a difference between the major and amino groove
in terms of protein binding?
B) describe how the Lac repressor interacts with DNA to find its
binding site
C) describe how a catalyst lowers the activation energy of a
reaction
D) how is the structure of enzymes used...
Platelets circulate in the blood for about 10 days, so they need
to be constantly replenished. What possible pathology may a patient
have with the number of platelets indicated above?
Thrombophilia. Decreased bone marrow activity
Thrombocytopenia. Decreased spleen activity
Thrombophilia. Increased production of red blood cells
Thrombocytopenia. Decreased bone marrow activity