Which of the following is true regarding hemoglobin?

a. It is a lipid.
b. It contains iron.
c. It raises the concentration of oxygen in the blood.
d. It is present in all vertebrates and invertebrates.
e. It is identical to hemocyanin.


ANSWER: b

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