The blood transports more CO2 in the form of ________ than in any other form.

A. bicarbonate ions
B. carbaminohemoglobin
C. dissolved CO2 gas
D. bisphosphocarbonate
E. carboxyhemoglobin


Answer: A

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What will be an ideal response?

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