Question

The average adult body contains approximately how many quarts of blood?

1) 4-6 quarts
2) 6-8 quarts
3) 8-10 quarts
4) 10-12 quarts

Answer 1

The average adult body contains around 5-6 quarts (4.7 to 5.7 liters) of blood, varying slightly between genders, with blood plasma comprising most of the blood volume.

Step-by-step explanation:

The average adult body contains approximately 5-6 quarts of blood. This measurement translates to about 4.7 to 5.7 liters of blood. Adult males typically have about 5 to 6 liters, while females average 4-5 liters of blood. The blood in our bodies is composed primarily of blood plasma which is about 92 percent water, and also includes crucial components such as blood cells—erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets.