Oxygen binds to the _______ portion of hemoglobin.

A. globin
B. oxyhemoglobin
C. iron atom
D. amino acid


Answer: C. iron atom

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Oliver received a blow to the left side of his head, just anterior to his ear. Which of the following digestive structures was likely affected?

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