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Choose the incorrect statement

ASpleen is the graveyard of RBC

BMature RBC is nucleated

CRBC's are biconcave in shape

DThe average lifespan of RBCs are 120 days

Answer:

B. Mature RBC is nucleated

Read Explanation:

  • a) Spleen is the graveyard of RBC: This statement is correct. The spleen is the primary organ where old and worn-out red blood cells are filtered out of the blood and broken down.

  • b) Mature RBC is nucleated: This statement is incorrect. Mature red blood cells (erythrocytes) in mammals, including humans, do not have a nucleus or other organelles like mitochondria. This anucleated state allows the cell to be more flexible and to pack in more hemoglobin, which is essential for oxygen transport.

  • c) RBC's are biconcave in shape: This statement is correct. The biconcave disc shape provides a large surface area-to-volume ratio, which facilitates the rapid diffusion of oxygen into and out of the cell. It also makes the cells flexible enough to squeeze through narrow capillaries.

  • d) The average lifespan of RBCs are 120 days: This statement is correct. Red blood cells circulate in the bloodstream for approximately 120 days before they are removed by the spleen and liver.


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