Describe the transport mechanisms of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood.
Describe the Transport Mechanisms of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the Blood Oxygen Transport Oxygen is transported from the lungs to tissues mainly by hemoglobin in red blood cells. Oxyhemoglobin: About 98.5% of oxygen binds reversibly to hemoglobin forming oxyhemoglobin (HbO₂). Dissolved Oxygen: About 1.5% dissolves directly in plasma and is available for immediate use […]
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