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NEET · Zoology · Body Fluids and Circulation
What are the two main categories of white blood cells (WBCs)?
What are the two main categories of white blood cells (WBCs)?
Options
- ANeutrophils and eosinophils
- BB and T forms
- CGranulocytes and agranulocytes
- DMegakaryocytes and thrombocytes
Correct answer
C. Granulocytes and agranulocytes
Step-by-step solution
Leucocytes are also known as white blood cells (WBC) as they are colourless due to the lack of haemoglobin. They are nucleated and are relatively lesser in number which averages 6000-8000 mm–3 of blood. Leucocytes are generally short lived. We have two main categories of WBCs – granulocytes and agranulocytes.