MHT CET202616 April 2026Morning ShiftChemistryBiomoleculesActual
Which of the following ionic species is present in hemoglobin and responsible for transformation of oxygen ?
Options
- ACa ⁺²
- BCo ⁺³
- CFe ⁺³
- DMg ⁺²
Correct answer
C. Fe ⁺³
Step-by-step solution
Hemoglobin is an iron-containing metalloprotein found in red blood cells, responsible for the transport of oxygen in the body. The central metal ion in the heme group of hemoglobin is iron (specifically Fe ⁺² in its active state). Among the given options, the iron species is the correct choice. Answer: Fe ⁺³