Biology (Separate Science) · GCSE · AQA · AQA GCSE Biology - Foundation (8461) · Specification point · 4.2.2.3 · Organisation · Animal tissues, organs and organ systems
Read Notes
Read clear notes for this topic.
Exam Questions
Coming soon
Flashcards
Flip through flashcards to lock it in.
Lesson
Coming soon
Ask Sage
Get help from Sage on this topic.
4.2.2.3 Blood
| Content | Key opportunities for skills development |
|---|---|
Blood is a tissue consisting of plasma, in which the red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets are suspended. Students should know the functions of each of these blood components. | AT 7 Observing and drawing blood cells seen under a microscope. WS 1.5 Evaluate risks related to use of blood products. |
Students should be able to recognise different types of blood cells in a photograph or diagram, and explain how they are adapted to their functions. | WS 3.5 |