Granulocytes or white blood cells are produced in:
Correct answer: B. Red bone marrow
- A. Lymph nodes
- B. Red bone marrow
- C. Tonsils
- D. Spleen
Explanation
Option[a] Lymph nodes don't have a role in the production of WBC, they filter substances that travel through the lymphatic fluid.Option [b] Bone marrow makes stem cells, which then produce RBC, WBC and plateletsOption[c] The main function of tonsils is fighting infection, they contain a lot of WBC but do not produce them.Option[d] Spleen controls the levels of blood cells including WBC, RBC and platelets, it removes old or damaged RBC whereas WBC are destroyed in the lymphatic system.
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