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37�2 Blood and the Lymphatic System
 
1.  Key Concept List the main function of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
2.  Key Concept Describe the role of the lymphatic system.
3. What types of materials are dissolved in plasma?
4. Explain how blood clots.
5. Critical Thinking Inferring Sometimes lymph nodes must be surgically removed. Although more lymph vessels eventually grow, what result would you expect to see immediately after surgery?


Constructing a Concept Map

Construct a concept map that shows the components of blood. Include information about the functions of the different components. (Be sure to include the different types of white blood cells.)

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