The Solubility of Oxygen in Solution Is Relatively Low, Necessitating

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Essay

The solubility of oxygen in solution is relatively low, necessitating the presence of hemoglobin to carry oxygen to active tissues. Hemoglobin exhibits several unique characteristics that make it well suited for the transport of oxygen. Describe the structure of hemoglobin and the mechanisms that can alter the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen.

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