What molecule in the blood carries oxygen?
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Chlorophyll
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Insulin
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Factor X
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Hemoglobin
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Correct answer
Explanation
Hemoglobin is the iron-containing protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen in the lungs and releases it to tissues. Chlorophyll is for photosynthesis in plants, insulin regulates blood sugar, and Factor X is involved in blood clotting.