The metal atom bound to the heme group of hemoglobin is

A. iron.
B. copper.
C. manganese.
D. zinc.
E. sodium.


A. iron.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which correctly represents the sequence of steps involved to convey sensory information to the CNS?

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