Hemoglobin and Blood Disorders

Hemoglobin and Blood Disorders

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video provides an in-depth look at hemoglobin, covering its role in transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide in red blood cells. It explains the structure of hemoglobin, highlighting its components, heme and globin. The video also discusses the different types of hemoglobin, such as hemoglobin A, A2, and fetal hemoglobin, and their prevalence in the human body. Additionally, it covers diseases associated with hemoglobin, including alpha and beta thalassemia and sickle cell anemia, detailing their causes and effects on the body.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

To produce energy

To fight infections

To transport oxygen and carbon dioxide

To digest nutrients

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which component of hemoglobin is responsible for binding oxygen?

Nitrogen atoms

Carbon dioxide

Iron atom

Globin

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many oxygen molecules can a hemoglobin tetramer bind?

Two

One

Four

Three

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of hemoglobin is most common in adults?

Hemoglobin A

Hemoglobin A2

Fetal Hemoglobin

Hemoglobin S

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which condition is Hemoglobin A2 found to be increased?

Alpha thalassemia

Sickle cell anemia

Beta thalassemia

Iron deficiency anemia

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which hemoglobin type is predominant in fetuses?

Hemoglobin A2

Hemoglobin S

Hemoglobin A

Fetal Hemoglobin

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main structural difference between Hemoglobin A and Hemoglobin A2?

Hemoglobin A2 has two delta chains

Hemoglobin A2 has no beta chains

Hemoglobin A2 has two gamma chains

Hemoglobin A2 has three alpha chains

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