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Circulatory System (Human Biology)Blood Cells
Why is the spleen called the graveyard of RBCs?
- A.It produces new red blood cells
- B.It stores excess red blood cells
- C.It breaks down old and damaged RBCsCorrect answer
- D.It transports RBCs to the liver
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Practice these MCQs in the appQuick fact: The spleen is called the graveyard of RBCs because it breaks down old and damaged RBCs and recycles their components like iron and globin.