Which of the Following Is Not True of Red Blood

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of red blood cells?

• A)The biconcave disc shape makes them look hollow in their centers.
• B)They are also called erythrocytes.
• C)They transport oxygen through the blood, but not carbon dioxide.
• D)They contain hemoglobin for gas transport.
• E)All of these are true of red blood cells.

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