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What allows red blood cells to pass through capillaries?
Options
A Rigid structure
B Ability to change shape
Correct Answer
C Thick cell walls
D Large size
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Red blood cells can change shape remarkably well to pass through capillaries, which are narrower than the resting diameter of the cells. This flexibility is essential for circulation.

Hint

These cells are deformable to squeeze through narrow vessels.

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Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1866 of 2214
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