Which of the following is/are the function(s) of the red blood cells in the body?

Only (i)

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Only (ii)

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Only (iii) and (iv)

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Only (i), (ii) and (iv)

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Solution

The correct option is D Only (i), (ii) and (iv)
The erythrocytes are the red blood cells which are involved in the transportation of the oxygen to the body cells with the help of hemoglobin. The digested food is absorbed in the blood and transported to the cells. The materials like the wastes are transported away from the cells.
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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