Which of the Following Reactions Prevails in Red Blood Cells

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reactions prevails in red blood cells traveling through alveolar capillaries? (Hb = hemoglobin)

• A) Hb + 4 O₂ → Hb(O₂)₄
• B) Hb(O₂)₄ → Hb + 4 O₂
• C) CO₂ + H₂O → H₂CO₃
• D) H₂CO₃ → H⁺ + HCO₃⁻
• E) Hb + 4 CO₂ → Hb(CO₂)₄

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