Which of the following best describes the role of hematopoietic stem cells in the blood as a specialized connective tissue?

• A. They are responsible for the formation of antibodies
• B. They differentiate into various types of blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets
• C. They produce plasma proteins essential for blood clotting
• D. They are the primary cells involved in oxygen transport.

Answer: (B)