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Adult humen RBCs are enucleate . Which o...

Adult humen RBCs are enucleate . Which of
the following statement (s) is /are most appropriate
explanation for this featrue ?
(i) They do not need to reproduce
(ii) They are somatic cells
(iii) They do not metabolize
(iv) All their space is available for
oxygen transport

A

Only (d)

B

Only (a)

C

(a), (c) and (d)

D

(b) and (c)

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The correct Answer is:
A
In Human RBCs, nucleus degenerates during maturation which provide more space for oxygen carrying pigment (Haemoglobin). It lacks most of the cell organelles including mitochondria so respires anaerobically.
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