What happens to the four globin chains when hemoglobin is broken down by the liver and spleen?
A. They are broken down to form iron.
B. They are secreted into bile.
C. They are broken down to free amino acids which are then recycled to the bone marrow.
D. They are considered a waste product and removed from the body.
Answer: C
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