The unusual shape of the erythrocyte can be explained which of the following?
A. It is the best shape for a cell that must pass through narrow capillaries.
B. It allows each cell to hold a maximum amount of hemoglobin.
C. It increases surface area for respiratory exchange across the plasma membrane.
D. It reflects the fact that erythrocytes are degenerating.
Answer:C
The unusual shape of the erythrocyte can be explained which of the following?
A. It is the best shape for a cell that must pass through narrow capillaries. B. It allows each cell to hold a maximum amount of hemoglobin. C. It increases surface area for respiratory exchange across the plasma membrane. D. It reflects the fact that erythrocytes are degenerating.