The table shows results from a blood test.
Table
| Component | Result compared with the normal range |
|---|---|
| Red blood cells | within the normal range |
| White blood cells | within the normal range |
| Platelets | below the normal range |
Which effect is most directly explained by these results?
Less oxygen can bind to each red blood cell.
Fewer antibodies can be released by each lymphocyte.
Less urea can dissolve in each volume of plasma.
More blood can be lost before a clot forms.
42 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Biology 8.2 Blood and circulation, covering 8.2.1 Structure and function of the blood, 8.2.2 Structure of blood vessels, 8.2.3 Structure of the heart and circulatory system, and 8.2.4 Cardiac output. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.