RBCs are formed in the _____ in an adult.

Spleen

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Intestine

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Bone marrow

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Lungs

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Solution

The correct option is C Bone marrow
Red blood cells (RBCs) are also called erythrocytes. These are the most common types of blood cell and the vertebrate organism's principle means of delivering oxygen (O $_{2}$ ) to the body tissues via blood flow through the circulatory system. RBCs are formed in the red bone marrow in the adults. After the completion of their lifespan, they are destroyed in the spleen.
Hence, C is the correct option.

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