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Blood is a tissue made up of cells and cell fragments suspended in a liquid. Each component has a specific function. Understanding the composition of blood and the roles of each part is essential for Edexcel GCSE Biology.
Blood consists of four main components:
Plasma is the straw-coloured liquid that makes up about 55% of blood volume. It is mostly water and acts as the transport medium for the blood.
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