Which of the following is responsible for coagulation of blood?

RBCs

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WBCs

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Platelets

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Plasma

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Solution

The correct option is B Platelets
The platelets also called thrombocytes are round in shape and the smallest in size.
The platelets help in clotting of blood which prevents excessive blood loss and direct entry of disease causing germs into the blood through cuts and wounds.
Thus, these are responsible for coagulation of blood. Option C is correct.

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