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WAEC Biology 2021 Theory — Question 5

Question 5 of 26 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2021 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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1(e). Explain briefly why a disease of the blood could be dangerous.

Model answer

Blood circulates throughout the entire body, transporting oxygen, nutrients, hormones and removing waste for every organ and tissue — so a disease affecting the blood can disrupt these vital functions everywhere in the body, potentially causing widespread organ damage or death.

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