(B) The spleen is known as the 'graveyard of erythrocytes' because it removes old and damaged red blood cells from circulation. Additionally,it acts a

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(B) The spleen is known as the 'graveyard of erythrocytes' because it removes old and damaged red blood cells from circulation. Additionally,it acts as a major reservoir or storehouse for erythrocytes,releasing them into the bloodstream when the body requires an increased oxygen-carrying capacity.

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. . . . . . is a major storehouse of erythrocytes.

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Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$P$. Fibrinogen	$I$. Needed for blood clotting
$Q$. Globulins	$II$. Useful in osmotic balance
$R$. Albumins	$III$. Involved in defense mechanisms

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