What are the red blood corpuscles of blood known as ?
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Thrombocytes
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None of these
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Erythrocytes
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Leucocytes
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Correct answer
Explanation
Erythrocytes are the scientific term for red blood cells, which contain hemoglobin and transport oxygen throughout the body. Thrombocytes are platelets for clotting, and leucocytes are white blood cells for immune defense. The name comes from Greek 'erythros' meaning red.