Which of the Following Statements About Nitric Oxide, NO, Is

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about nitric oxide, NO, is false?

• A) NO contains an unpaired electron.
• B) NO decreases the ability of the blood to carry oxygen.
• C) NO is an important signaling molecule in the cardiovascular system.
• D) None, all of the above are true.

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