Explanation

The lifespan of white blood cells ranges from 13 to 20 days, after which time they are destroyed in the lymphatic system.

When immature WBCs are first released from the bone marrow into the peripheral blood, they are called "bands" or "stabs."

Explanation

An atom consists of three subatomic particles:

1. Protons (positively charged)
2. Neutrons (neutral)
3. Electrons (negatively charged)

Additional Information:

A neutral atom has equal protons and electrons; imbalance creates ions.

Discovered by John Dalton in 1808 (Atomic Theory).

Cation = positive ion,
Anion = negative ion,
Isotopes = same element with different neutrons,

Explanation

Mitochondria is known as powerhouse of cell because it serves as site for synthesis of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP),

the energy currency of cell, through the process of aerobic cellular respiration.

ATP serves as energy currency for different cell activities.

A cell consists of three parts:

1. The cell membrane,

2. The nucleus, and,

3. Between the two, the cytoplasm.

Explanation

Group O can donate red blood cells to anybody.

It's the universal donor.

Group kind O negative blood is occasionally called the generic blood donor type.

Only 7% of the population is O negative.

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Explanation

A vacuole is a sac-like organelle in cells that stores waste materials, water, and nutrients before they are removed or used by the cell.

It plays a key role in maintaining cell homeostasis.