For the following questions consider this equation for hemoglobin – oxygen equilibrium. Hb + 4O2 ? Hb(O2)4 25. Which direction does the equilibrium shift in the lungs (forward or reverse) Why? 26. Which direction does the equilibrium shift in the tissues? (forward or reverse) Why?
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This causes the equilibrium to shift in the forward direction, as hemoglobin binds with oxygen to form oxyhemoglobin. Mathematically, this can be represented as: $$\text{Hb} + 4\text{O}_2 \rightleftharpoons \text{Hb}(\text{O}_2)_4$$ Show more…
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