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The correct statement in respect of prot...

The correct statement in respect of protein haemoglobin is that it

A

functions as a catalyst for biological reactions

B

maintains blood sugar level

C

act as an oxygen carrier in the blood

D

forms antibodies and offers resistance to diseases

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The correct Answer is:
C
Haemoglobin acts as oxygen carrier in the blood because four `Fe^(2+)` ions of each haemoglobin can bind with four molecules of `O_2` and form oxyhaemoglobin.
`4Hb+O_2 to underset"Oxyhaemoglobin"(Hb_4O_8)`
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