Question

Select the statement about red blood cells that is incorrect.

• A. Mature red blood cells lack nuclei
• B. Red blood cells contain haemoglobin
• C. Deoxyhemoglobin carries oxygen
• D. Red blood cells lack mitochondria

Answer 1

The correct option is C Deoxyhemoglobin carries oxygen

Red blood cells are an important element of blood. Their job is to transport oxygen to the body tissues in exchange for carbon dioxide, which is carried to and eliminated by the lungs. They lack nuclei, mitochondria and contain haemoglobin.