Which of the following is not a structural characteristic that contributes to erythrocyte gas transport functions?
A) produces energy anaerobically
B) few organelles provide room for more hemoglobin
C) biconcave shape
D) mitotically active

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Erythrocytes are not mitotically active, meaning they cannot divide and replicate. This is because they lack a nucleus, which is a characteristic that contributes to their gas transport function. The other characteristics listed (producing energy anaerobically, having few organelles to make room for hemoglobin, and having a biconcave shape) are structural features that facilitate the role of erythrocytes as oxygen carriers.

Which of the Following Is Not a Structural Characteristic That