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BIO 102 Test Compilation BIO 102 11 Objective Question

Question

Which mineral salt is required for the formation of haem in haemoglobin
Options
A potassium
B calcium
C C. cobalt
D D. iron
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Iron is a critical component of the heme group within haemoglobin. It is the iron atom that binds oxygen molecules, making haemoglobin essential for oxygen transport in the blood.

Hint

The name 'haemoglobin' itself contains a clue to the metal involved in its oxygen-carrying capacity.

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