JEE Main & Advanced Chemistry Biomolecules / जैव-अणु Question Bank Proteins, Amino Acids and Enzymes

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    The correct statement in respect of protein haemoglobin is that it                                            [CBSE PMT 2004]

    A)                 Acts as an oxygen carrier in the blood

    B)                 Forms antibodies and offers resistance to diseases

    C)                 Functions as a catalyst for biological reactions

    D)                 Maintains blood sugar level

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

               Four \[F{{e}^{2+}}\] ions of each haemoglobin can bind with 4 molecules of \[{{O}_{2}}\] and it is carried as oxyhaemoglobin. \[H{{b}_{4}}+4{{O}_{2}}\to H{{b}_{4}}{{O}_{8}}\]


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