Consider the Oxygen-Binding Profile at Three Different PH Values of 7.6

question 13

Multiple Choice

Consider the oxygen-binding profile at three different pH values of 7.6, 7.4, and 7.2. Which statement is most correct?

• A) Curve X most likely corresponds to pH 7.2.
• B) Curve Z most likely corresponds to pH 7.6.
• C) Hb has a higher affinity for oxygen at the pH of curve Z.
• D) Curve Y most likely corresponds to pH 7.4.
• E) pH has no effect on the oxygenation of hemoglobin.

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