How are red blood cells and neurons different? (1 point) Responses Neurons lack organelles, but red blood cells have organelles. Neurons lack organelles, but red blood cells have organelles. Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not. Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not. Neurons don't need oxygen to function, but red blood cells do. Neurons don't need oxygen to function, but red blood cells do. Neurons are all the same size, but red blood cells are different sizes.
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The correct response is: Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not.
Red blood cells (erythrocytes) lose their nucleus and most organelles during maturation, which means they lack DNA. In contrast, neurons do contain a nucleus and DNA, which are essential for their function and maintenance.
