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Question
Differentiate between the following pair of terms: RBC and WBC
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Solution
| RBC | WBC |
| They do not have nucleus at maturity | They have a large characteristic nucleus. |
| They possess haemoglobin and are red. | They are colourless as they have no pigment. |
| They help in transport of respiratory gases. | They help in defence mechanism. |
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