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the function of platelets includes which of the following?
the transport of chemicals important to blood clotting
the formation of a temporary patch in the walls of damaged blood vessels
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the active contraction after clot formation has occurred
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Platelets play multiple roles. They transport chemicals crucial for blood - clotting. When a blood vessel is damaged, they form a temporary patch (platelet plug) at the site of injury. After clot formation, they also undergo active contraction (clot retraction) to make the clot more compact.
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