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The amount of O(2) transported in a diss...

The amount of `O_(2)` transported in a dissolved state through plasma is approximately

A

`97%`

B

`20-25%`

C

`7%`

D

`3%`

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The correct Answer is:
D
About `97%` of `O_(2)` combine with hemoglobin to form Oxyhemoglobin and about `3%` of `O_(2)` dissolved in plasma
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