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Haemoglobin is

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. a copper compound
  2. a cobalt compound
  3. a magnesium compound
  4. an iron compound

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: an iron compound

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D. an iron compound šŸ“š Explanation: Haemoglobin is the protein molecule in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. It is an iron-containing complex that gives blood its red color. The iron atom at its center is essential for binding oxygen molecules during circulation. A deficiency of iron in the diet can lead to a condition called anemia.