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What is the oxidation state of iron in haemoglobin ?

A

`Fe^(-)`

B

`Fe^(2+)`

C

`Fe^(3+)`

D

`Fe^(4+)`

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The correct Answer is:
B
RBCs contain haemoglobin. It is four polypeptide chains and four haem groups attached to it or 4 atoms in iron in ferrous form `(Fe^(2+))`, thus it can react with 4 molecules of oxygen to form oxyhaemoglobin.
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