Asked by HattieMae Pierce on Sep 24, 2024
Which of the following cells and fragments in the blood lack a nucleus, and therefore, cannot reproduce?
A) Platelets only
B) Red blood cells and platelets
C) All types of white blood cells
D) Red blood cells only
E) Lymphocytes and monocytes
Platelets
Small blood cells that play a key role in blood clotting, helping prevent bleeding by clumping and forming plugs in blood vessel injuries.
Nucleus
The nucleus is an organelle found in eukaryotic cells that contains most of the cell's genetic material and controls its growth and reproduction.
Reproduce
means to produce offspring or new individuals, either sexually or asexually, ensuring the continuation of a species.
- Determine the components and the physical features of blood including its structured elements.
- Distinguish between the types of cells and fragments in blood that lack a nucleus.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the components and the physical features of blood including its structured elements.
- Distinguish between the types of cells and fragments in blood that lack a nucleus.