How are red blood cells and neurons different? (1 point)

Responses

Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not.
Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not.

Neurons need oxygen, but red blood cells do not.
Neurons need oxygen, but red blood cells do not.

Neurons are all the same size, but red blood cells are different sizes.
Neurons are all the same size, but red blood cells are different sizes.

Neurons lack organelles, but red blood cells have organelles.
Neurons lack organelles, but red blood cells have organelles.

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The correct response is:

Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not.

Red blood cells (RBCs) lose their nuclei and most organelles during maturation, which means they do not contain DNA. In contrast, neurons retain their DNA and have complex structures that include a nucleus and various organelles needed for their functions.