In Sickle Cell Anemia,what Condition Happens to the Hemoglobin Molecule

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Multiple Choice

In sickle cell anemia,what condition happens to the hemoglobin molecule that causes the red blood cell to sickle?

• A) a small part of it becomes hydrophobic
• B) a small part of it becomes hydrophilic
• C) a small part of it becomes polar
• D) a small part of it becomes negatively charged
• E) more than one of these happens

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Definitions:

ECGs

Electrocardiograms, a medical test that measures the electrical activity of the heart to identify abnormalities.

Atrioventricular Valves

Heart valves located between the atria and ventricles, enabling blood flow from the atria to the ventricles while preventing backflow.

Semilunar Valves

Valves located at the exit of both the left and right ventricles of the heart, which prevent backflow of blood into the ventricles.

Ventricles

Ventricles are chambers within the heart that pump blood out to the lungs and the rest of the body, crucial for the cardiac circulation process.