How are red blood cells and neurons different? (1 point)ResponsesNeurons need oxygen, but red blood cells do not. Neurons need oxygen, but red blood cells do not. Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not. Neurons contain DNA, 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.
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The correct response is: Neurons contain DNA, but red blood cells do not.
Neurons have a nucleus with DNA, while mature red blood cells (erythrocytes) do not have a nucleus or DNA, as they lose their nucleus during maturation to maximize space for hemoglobin and improve oxygen transport.
