What is the difference between RBC and WBC?

The difference between RBC and WBC are given below:

RBC:

1. They are smaller in size, circular, biconcave and non-nucleated.

2. They are red colour due to presence of Haemoglobin.

3. They transport O₂ and CO₂.

4. They are produced in red bone marrow and life span is 120 days.

WBC:

1. They are larger amoeboid and nucleated.

2. Colourless due to absence of haemoglobin.

3. They form the defence system of the body.

4. They are produced in lymph nodes and life span is less.