Oxygen transport in the blood is primarily by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Oxygen transport in the blood is primarily by:
A. Binding to hemoglobin in RBCs
B. Binding to plasma proteins
C. Conversion to bicarbonate
D. Plasma as dissolved gas
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Approximately 97% of O₂ is transported bound to hemoglobin (as oxyhemoglobin), while only 3% is dissolved in plasma. Each hemoglobin molecule can bind four O₂ molecules cooperatively. CO₂ is mainly transported as bicarbonate (70%), carbaminohemoglobin (23%), and dissolved (7%). The affinity of hemoglobin for O₂ is influenced by pH, CO₂, and temperature (Bohr effect).

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Consider statements about plant reproduction: 1. Pollination is the transfer of pollen to the stigma. 2. Double fertilization is unique to gymnosperms. 3. Seeds develop from ovules. Which are correct?
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