Hemostasis in vertebrates includes all EXCEPT

which of the following?
a. blood clot formation
b. activation of factor X
c. release of iron to aid in the clumping of platelets
d. vascular spasms
e. platelets releasing substances that cause them to
attract each other


Answer: c

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