Since Erythrocytes Lack a Nucleus to Make Repairs, They Only

question 61

Multiple Choice

Since erythrocytes lack a nucleus to make repairs, they only live:

• A) 145 ^-175 days.
• B) 30 ^-60 days
• C) 10 ^-20 days.
• D) 100 ^-120 days.

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Definitions:

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, extending from the medulla oblongata in the brainstem to the lumbar region of the vertebral column, transmitting neural signals between the brain and the body.

Parasympathetic System

A branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and controlling bodily functions during rest.

Blood Pressure

is the force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, often measured for diagnosis since it is closely related to the heart's ability to pump blood.

Digestive Tract

The series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus where food is processed into nutrients.