wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Which type of blood cells help in clotting of blood?


Open in App
Solution

  1. The smallest, non-nucleated blood cells are called platelets or thrombocytes.
  2. Platelets help in the clotting of blood and thus prevent the loss of blood.
  3. A cubic millimeter of blood normally contains about 1,50,000 to 2,50,000 platelets.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Circulatory System
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon