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A-LevelBiologyGas exchange9700/12 · Feb/Mar 2019 · Q301 Mark

Which statements about the formation of haemoglobinic acid are correct? 1 It is linked to the action of carbonic anhydrase. 2 It prevents blood from becoming too acidic by removing excess hydrogen ions. 3 It can only occur when oxygen associates with haemoglobin.

A1, 2 and 3
B1 and 2 only
C1 only
D2 and 3 only

✓ Correct answer

B: 1 and 2 only

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Gas exchange, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Biology, Feb/Mar 2019 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 30.

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