Chapter 7, Problem 2P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The weight of the hemoglobin contained in an average red cell is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Proteins are the biomolecules which are composed of the long chain of amino acid residues. The protein which contains oxygen and is present in the red blood cells in the body is known as hemoglobin. It contains iron as well.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The total number of hemoglobin molecules present in an average red cell is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Proteins are the biomolecules which are composed of the long chain of amino acid residues. The protein which contains oxygen and is present in the red blood cells in the body is known as hemoglobin. It contains iron as well.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

Whether the hemoglobin concentration in the red cells can be much higher than the observed value or not is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Proteins are the biomolecules which are composed of the long chain of amino acid residues. The protein which contains oxygen and is present in the red blood cells in the body is known as hemoglobin. It contains iron as well.