How Well Do You Know Hemoglobin?

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What is the role of heme in globular protein subunits?

  • Each heme dissociates from oxygen
  • Each heme is associated with oxygen
  • Each heme contains 1 iron ion (correct)
  • Each heme is responsible for protein folding

What happens when iron ions associate with oxygen?

  • Oxyhemoglobin is formed (correct)
  • Heme is destroyed
  • Protein subunits denature
  • Deoxyhemoglobin is formed

What is the significance of the ability of iron ions to dissociate from oxygen?

  • It allows for the release of oxygen in tissues (correct)
  • It prevents the formation of oxyhemoglobin
  • It leads to the destruction of heme
  • It causes protein subunits to denature

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