Which organ is referred to as the "graveyard of RBCs"?
The spleen breaks down old and damaged RBCs, hence called the "graveyard of RBCs."
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 15: Body Fluids and Circulation Blood - Plasma and Formed Elements
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Which of the following is correct about RBCs?
RBCs have a lifespan of around 120 days and are responsible for oxygen transport.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 15: Body Fluids and Circulation Blood - Plasma and Formed Elements
Which organ is responsible for filtering and removing old red blood cells?
The spleen acts as the "graveyard of RBCs," breaking down old and damaged red blood cells.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 15: Body Fluids and Circulation Blood - Plasma and Formed Elements
Which of the following statements about red blood cells (RBCs) is incorrect?
RBCs have a lifespan of about 120 days, not 60 days.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 15: Body Fluids and Circulation Blood - Plasma and Formed Elements