Platelets ________

Question

Platelets ________.
A) are the precursors to leukocytes
B) have multiple nuclei
C) stick to damaged areas of blood vessels and help seal the break
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Platelets are responsible for clotting and help to stick to damaged blood vessels to promote clotting and stop bleeding. They are not precursors to leukocytes and do not have multiple nuclei.