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What is the second smallest cell in the human body?


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Cell:

  1. It is the smallest unit that can live on its own and that makes up all living organisms and the tissues of the body.
  2. The human body is composed of trillions of cells, they provide structure for the body, take in nutrients from food, convert those nutrients into energy, and carry out specialized functions.
  3. Cells are having many different shapes and sizes.

Second smallest cell in the human body is RBCs, also known as erythrocytes.

Function of RBCs:

  1. Deliver oxygen to the tissues in your body.
  2. Oxygen turns into energy and your tissues release carbon dioxide.
  3. Your red blood cells also transport carbon dioxide to your lungs for you to exhale.

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