Which of the following statements best conveys a characteristic of red blood cells?
A)
They lack organelles and soluble enzymes.
B)
They contribute to the maintenance of blood pH.
C)
They help maintain the body's fluid balance.
D)
They are self-replicating.
Ans:
B
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Erythrocytes contribute to acid-base balance through the production of bicarbonate and hydrogen ions. They contain soluble enzymes but are neither self-replicating nor involved in fluid balance.
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