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Which protein is responsible for the clotting of blood?

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Blood platlets and vitamin k responsible for the clotting of blood. Thrombin converts fibrinogen to fibrin (a fibrous protein). Fibrin form a mesh which traps the platelets and blood vessels to prevent any further loss of blood from the damaged site.

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