In the Hemoglobin Molecule That Carries Oxygen Molecules in Blood

question 43

Multiple Choice

In the hemoglobin molecule that carries oxygen molecules in blood, iron has 6 single bonds to surrounding atoms. What is the most likely geometry of these bonds to iron?

• A) planar
• B) linear
• C) tetrahedral
• D) octahedral
• E) trigonal pyramidal

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Definitions:

True Regression Coefficients

The actual values of the coefficients in the population regression equation, which describe the relationship between independent and dependent variables.

Y-Intercept

The point at which a line crosses the y-axis in a graph, representing the value of the dependent variable when the independent variable is zero.

Slope

A measure of the steepness or incline of a line, often represented as the ratio of the change in the y-value over the change in the x-value between two points on the line.

True Regression Line

The exact linear relationship between the independent and dependent variables in a population.