Difference between revisions of "Scab"
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Revision as of 01:23, January 3, 2015
A scab is a blood-colored flap over a cut or wound. Platelets form this scab in order to prevent infection.
A scab is also an insulting term used by labor union members to dehumanize non-striking workers suring a strike.
See Also
- Circulatory system
- Closed circulatory system
- Open circulatory system
- Blood: Blood cell, Red blood cell, Hemoglobin, Platelets, Blood plasma
- Heart and Liver
- Dhatus: Rakta dhatu
- Srotamsi or Meridians