Biomolecules Ques 26
26. The correct statement in respect of protein haemoglobin is that it
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(a) functions as a catalyst for biological reactions
(b) maintains blood sugar level
(c) acts as an oxygen carrier in the blood
(d) forms antibodies and offers resistance to dieases
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Solution:
- (c) Haemoglobin acts as an oxygen carrier in the blood since it reacts with oxygen to form unstable oxyhaemoglobin which easily breaks to give back haemoglobin and oxygen.
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