Which Statement Comparing Hemoglobin and Myoglobin Is NOT Correct?
A) $\alpha$

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which statement comparing hemoglobin and myoglobin is NOT correct?

• A) Hemoglobin binds to O₂ cooperatively, while myoglobin does not.
• B) Hemoglobin is a multisubunit protein, while myoglobin is not.
• C) Hemoglobin and myoglobin are both primarily composed of \(\alpha\) helices.
• D) Hemoglobin has a stronger binding affinity for O₂ than myoglobin does.
• E) Hemoglobin and myoglobin both contain the heme prosthetic group.

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