Red Blood Cells. RBC Flashcards
1
Q
Do RBCs have a nucleus?
A
No
2
Q
Are RBCs capable of anaerobic respiration (no oxygen needed) ?
A
No
3
Q
What do RBCs loose after maturation?
A
Mitochondria
4
Q
What are RBCs covered in?
A
Haemoglobin
5
Q
Where are RBCs produced?
A
The bone marrow
6
Q
How long do RBCs live? And where do they die?
A
120 days.
They often die in the spleen due to narrow blood vessels.
7
Q
What is the scientific name for RBCs?
A
Erthrocytes
8
Q
What is the function of RBCs?
A
They take oxygen from the lungs and then to tissues. And take CO2 from the tissues to the lungs.
9
Q
Structure of red blood cells?
A
- Large surface area.
- They can stretch easily.
- They are bendy.
- Can spring back into original shape.
