A mature red blood cell lacks a nucleus. Thus, it
A) cannot make new proteins and will be worn out within a few months.
B) can repair itself readily.
C) is malformed.
D) will be a long- lived cell.
E) can only divide once more.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Mature red blood cells lack a nucleus, which means they cannot synthesize new proteins, leading to a limited lifespan of about 120 days.

A Mature Red Blood Cell Lacks a Nucleus