Match each definition with the correct term. -hemolytic anemia A)larger-than-normal red blood cells B)red blood cells that are destroyed too rapidly C)abnormal sickle-shaped red blood cells D)inability to absorb vitamin B₁₂normally E)the absence of all formed blood elements

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Hemolytic anemia is characterized by the rapid destruction of red blood cells.

Answer: C
 Sickle cell anemia is a type of hemolytic anemia in which red blood cells are abnormally shaped like sickles.

Answer: A
 Macrocytic anemia is characterized by larger-than-normal red blood cells.

Answer: D
 Pernicious anemia is caused by an inability to absorb vitamin B12 normally.

Answer: E
 Aplastic anemia is the absence of all formed blood elements.

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term