In What Oxidation State Must the Iron Atom Be for Heme

question 75

Multiple Choice

In what oxidation state must the iron atom be for heme to bind oxygen?

• A) 0, Fe(0)
• B) 1+, Fe(I)
• C) 2+, Fe(II)
• D) 3+, Fe(III)
• E) There is no required oxidation state for the iron.

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