Hemoglobin and Iron Metabolism Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • Methemoglobin
  • Deoxyhemoglobin
  • Carboxyhemoglobin
  • Oxyhemoglobin (correct)
  • What is the molecular weight of hemoglobin?

    <p>68,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does the average hemoglobin content become 14 to 16 g/dL?

    <p>From puberty onwards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of hemoglobin?

    <p>Transporting respiratory gases from the lungs to tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average hemoglobin content in adult females?

    <p>14 g/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the molecular weight of hemoglobin?

    <p>68,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does the average hemoglobin content become 14 to 16 g/dL?

    <p>From puberty onwards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What compound is formed when oxygen binds with hemoglobin?

    <p>Oxyhemoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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