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What is the main function of hemoglobin?
What is the main function of hemoglobin?
- To regulate body temperature
- To carry respiratory gases (correct)
- To produce red blood cells
- To form a protective barrier
What is the average hemoglobin content in adult males?
What is the average hemoglobin content in adult males?
- 20 g/dL
- 25 g/dL
- 15 g/dL (correct)
- 17 g/dL
In which compound does the iron in hemoglobin remain in a ferrous state?
In which compound does the iron in hemoglobin remain in a ferrous state?
- Methemoglobin
- Deoxyhemoglobin
- Carboxyhemoglobin
- Oxyhemoglobin (correct)
What is the molecular weight of hemoglobin?
What is the molecular weight of hemoglobin?
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At what age does the average hemoglobin content become 14 to 16 g/dL?
At what age does the average hemoglobin content become 14 to 16 g/dL?
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What is the main function of hemoglobin?
What is the main function of hemoglobin?
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What is the average hemoglobin content in adult females?
What is the average hemoglobin content in adult females?
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What is the molecular weight of hemoglobin?
What is the molecular weight of hemoglobin?
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At what age does the average hemoglobin content become 14 to 16 g/dL?
At what age does the average hemoglobin content become 14 to 16 g/dL?
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What compound is formed when oxygen binds with hemoglobin?
What compound is formed when oxygen binds with hemoglobin?
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