Hemoglobin can act as a buffer by accepting protons. When hemoglobin accepts a hydrogen ion it is referred to as

A. oxidized hemoglobin.
B. pentameric hemoglobin.
C. carbaminohemoglobin.
D. reduced hemoglobin.


Answer: D

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