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Why does mammalian RBC lack cell organelles and nucleus? |
Answer» A matured mammalian RBC lacks all organelles on account of following reasons. It simply allows the red blood cell to have more HEMOGLOBIN. ... Therefore, it allows RBC to transfer more oxygen. Lack of nucleus in RBC ALSO allows the cell to have an unique bi concave shape that helps with diffusion.The absence of a nucleus is an adaptation of the red blood cell for its role. It allows the red blood cell to contain more hemoglobin and, therefore, carry more oxygen molecules. It also allows the cell to have its DISTINCTIVE bi-concave shape which AIDS diffusion. |
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