WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which metal is present in haemoglobin?

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

Answer options

  1. Iron
  2. Zinc
  3. Magnesium
  4. Copper

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Iron

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A. Iron šŸ“š Explanation: Iron is the central metal ion present in the hemoglobin molecule of red blood cells. It is responsible for binding with oxygen in the lungs and transporting it to all parts of the body. The red color of blood is due to this iron-containing protein. A deficiency of iron leads to a condition called anemia, where the body cannot produce enough healthy red blood cells.