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(a)(i)Prevents loss of blood that would lead to anaemia.
Prevent entry of microorganisms.
Initiates healing of the wound.
(ii)Blood flow to brain cells is blocked/lack of oxygen/nutrients to brain cells which leads to stroke.
(b)Calcium ions.
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