Multiple Choice Questions and Answers on Respiratory System Related

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Foetal hemoglobin has great affinity than adult hemoglobin because

  • A. It binds 2,3 DPG less avidity by Gamma polypeptide chain than HbA
  • B. Its concentration is very high
  • C. Foetal blood gets oxygen from the mother
  • D. Its polypetide chains bind very fast with Oxygen
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because 2,3 DPG binds less avidly to the Gamma polypeptide chain in foetal hemoglobin, resulting in a higher affinity for oxygen. This is due to structural differences between foetal and adult hemoglobin. Choice B is incorrect as high concentration alone does not determine affinity. Choice C is incorrect as the source of oxygen does not affect hemoglobin's affinity. Choice D is incorrect as the speed of oxygen binding does not necessarily correlate with affinity.