Why Is It Important That the Biconcavity of the Erythrocyte

question 43

Multiple Choice

Why is it important that the biconcavity of the erythrocyte increases the overall surface area

• A)It prevents osmolarity changes.
• B)It increases the rate of gas exchange across the membrane.
• C)It provides an additional area for endocytosis.
• D)It encourages cellular respiration.

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