Chapter 22, Problem 22.50QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: If pure ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$ is displaced by $\text{CO}$, then the prediction about the $K_{{\text{O}}_2}/K_{\text{CO}}$ value is to be stated.

Concept introduction: Carbon monoxide poisoning derives from competitive binding of $\text{CO}$ versus ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$ to the ${\text{Fe}}^{\text{2+}}$ in the coordination sphere of hemoglobin.

To determine: A prediction about the value of $K_{{\text{O}}_2}/K_{\text{CO}}$ if pure ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$ is displaced by $\text{CO}$.