Question
Biology Question on Blood
Mitochondria are absent in mature mammalian RBCs. What is the source of energy for these cells then?
A
TCA
B
ETS
C
Link reaction
D
Glycolysis
Answer
Glycolysis
Explanation
Solution
Functional mature red blood cells (RBCs) produce energy by fermentation via anaerobic glycolysis of glucose followed by lactic acid production.