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What is the role of heme in globular protein subunits?
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?
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?
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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Test your knowledge about the fascinating structure and function of hemoglobin in this quiz! Learn about the four globular protein subunits, the iron ions, and how they associate and dissociate with oxygen. Get ready to dive into the world of hemoglobin and challenge yourself with this informative quiz.
