Based on the contents of the uploaded EVS textbook, here are 10 one-word answer type questions related to Blood Test (from the chapter A Treat for Mosquitoes). Each answer is followed by a brief explanation:
One-Word Answer Questions on Blood Test
1. Which disease is detected through a blood test for malarial parasites?
→ Malaria
Explanation: Malaria is detected by examining a blood sample under a microscope for the presence of Plasmodium parasites.
2. Which insect is responsible for spreading malaria?
→ Mosquito
Explanation: Female Anopheles mosquitoes transmit the malaria parasite when they bite humans.
3. What is the name of the parasite that causes malaria?
→ Plasmodium
Explanation: The Plasmodium parasite infects red blood cells and causes malaria.
4. Which organ of the body does the malaria parasite affect the most?
→ Liver
Explanation: The Plasmodium parasite first infects the liver before entering the bloodstream and attacking red blood cells.
5. Which component of blood carries oxygen to all parts of the body?
→ Hemoglobin
Explanation: Hemoglobin, found in red blood cells, binds with oxygen and transports it throughout the body.
6. What is the liquid part of the blood called?
→ Plasma
Explanation: Plasma is the yellowish liquid part of blood that carries cells, nutrients, and waste products.
7. Which type of blood cells help fight infections?
→ White
Explanation: White blood cells (WBCs) play a crucial role in protecting the body from infections.
8. What is the name of the test used to check for malaria parasites in the blood?
→ Blood smear
Explanation: A blood smear test involves placing a drop of blood on a slide and examining it under a microscope.
9. Which vitamin is important for blood clotting?
→ Vitamin K
Explanation: Vitamin K helps in the production of clotting factors that prevent excessive bleeding.
10. Which type of blood cells help in clotting?
→ Platelets
Explanation: Platelets are small blood cells that help in blood clotting to stop bleeding when an injury occurs.
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