Blood

Key:

1. White blood cells (lymphocyte and 2 neutrophils)
2. Red blood cells
3. Platelet (the dot)

Description:

• Contains red and white blood cells
• Located in a fluid matrix called plasma

Function:

• Transport of:
  1. Respiratory gasses
  2. Nutrients
  3. Wastes
  4. Hormones
  5. Other substances important for the survival of the organism

Location:

• Contained within the Cardiovascular system

Special Note:
Lymph is also a fluid connective tissue and is very similar to plasma with a few exceptions