Chapter -18

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[115] Chapter -18BODY FLUIDS AND CIRCULATIONPOINTS TO REMEMBERBlood : A special connective tissue that circulates in principal vascular system of manand other vertebrates consisting of fluid matrix, plasma and formed : The liquid part of blood or lymph which is straw coloured, viscous fluid andcontains about 90-92% of water and 6-8% : A clear yellowish, slightly alkaline, coagulable fluid, containing white bloodcells in a liquid resembling blood Beat : The rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the heart, which includesone systole (contraction phase) and one diastole (relaxation phase) of the heart.

[115] Chapter -18 BODY FLUIDS AND CIRCULATION POINTS TO REMEMBER Blood : A special connective tissue that circulates in principal vascular system of man and other vertebrates consisting of fluid matrix, plasma and formed elements.

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