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Plasma is a straw coloured, viscous fluid constituting nearly ______ % of blood -

A

55

B

45

C

90

D

10

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To answer the question regarding the percentage of plasma in blood, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Composition of Blood**: Blood is composed of two main components: plasma and formed elements (which include red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), and platelets). 2. **Identify the Percentage of Plasma**: It is known that plasma constitutes approximately 55% of the total blood volume. 3. **Recognize the Remaining Percentage**: The remaining 45% of blood consists of the formed elements (RBCs, WBCs, and platelets). 4. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the answer to the question is that plasma constitutes nearly **55%** of blood. ### Final Answer: Plasma is a straw-colored, viscous fluid constituting nearly **55%** of blood. ---
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    Four
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    B
    C and D
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