Why Is Fetal Hemoglobin Very Efficient at Picking Up Oxygen

question 20

Multiple Choice

Why is fetal hemoglobin very efficient at picking up oxygen?

• A) The BPG levels are much higher than in maternal hemoglobin.
• B) The fetal oxygen-dissociation curve is to the right of the maternal oxygen-dissociation curve.
• C) The concentration of fetal hemoglobin is 10% greater than the concentration of maternal hemoglobin.
• D) The fetal oxygen-dissociation curve is to the left of the maternal oxygen-dissociation curve.

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Definitions:

Programmed Logic

The application of logical operations to inputs to achieve a desired output, often implemented in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or software.

XIC Instruction

A logical instruction used in PLC programming that stands for "Examine if Closed," checking if a condition is true (input or contact is on).

Reference Address

A specific location in memory used to store data or an instruction.

Internal Relay

An electromechanical device used within a circuit or system to control a larger current with a smaller one, acting as a switch.